Trinity Lutheran School has been an integral part of the ministry of Trinity Lutheran Church for many years.
TLS is committed to a distinctly Christian education that provides an environment emphasizing the teaching and appreciation of God's Word as it applies to students' studies and to their character. We are a supplement to the Christian home.
TLS intentionally offers affordable tuition for families who might not ever have the opportunity to attend a Christian school. Trinity Lutheran Church believes in raising up disciples of Christ so much, the church supports this school ministry and pays up to approximately half of student tuition.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MT School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,788
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Trinity Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Montana for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Intervention & Accelerated Math and Reading classes
Year Founded
1911
Colors
Purple & Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 26, 2026
Last Day of School
Fri. May 28, 2027
Student Body
Total Students
217 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 17%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
No Uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
K-8th Grade
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Laura White
Admissions Associate
Heidi Hagemeier
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
School Notes
- School Motto: Celebrating Real Hope for Real People in Jesus!
- School Mascot: Crusader
- Trinity Lutheran School offers:
- ~ Hands on Science Labs
- ~ Outdoor Education & Exciting Field Trips
- ~ STEAM
- ~ Outstanding Sports Programs
- ~ Intervention & Acceleration Services
- ~ Exceptional PreK Program
- ~ Christian Values Woven into all Curriculum
- ~ Community Service Projects in all Grades
- ~ On-Site High Quality Childcare
- ~ Exceptional Music Instruction
- ~ Weekly Art, Computer/Technology & PE Classes
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Trinity Lutheran School cost?
Trinity Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $6,788 for private students.
What schools are Trinity Lutheran School often compared to?
Trinity Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like Stillwater Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Trinity Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of Trinity Lutheran School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.
What sports does Trinity Lutheran School offer?
Trinity Lutheran School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country and Volleyball.
What is Trinity Lutheran School's ranking?
Trinity Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Montana for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Trinity Lutheran School?
The application deadline for Trinity Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Matthew's School (0.3 miles away)
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(Catholic)
602 S Main St
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-6303
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-6303
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 161 students Tuition listed
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(Christian)
255 FFA Dr
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-4400
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-4400
2.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 460 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
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Stillwater Christian School ![Stillwater Christian School Photo - SCS Campus - High School and Middle School Building]( "Stillwater Christian School Photo - SCS Campus - High School and Middle School Building")
(Christian)
255 FFA Dr
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-4400
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-4400
2.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 460 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
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St. Matthew's School
(Catholic)
602 S Main St
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-6303
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-6303
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 161 students Tuition listed
Stillwater Christian School ![Stillwater Christian School Photo - SCS Campus - High School and Middle School Building]( "Stillwater Christian School Photo - SCS Campus - High School and Middle School Building")
(Christian)
255 FFA Dr
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-4400
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-4400
2.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 460 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Matthew's School
(Catholic)
602 S Main St
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-6303
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-6303
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 161 students Tuition listed
Stillwater Christian School ![Stillwater Christian School Photo - SCS Campus - High School and Middle School Building]( "Stillwater Christian School Photo - SCS Campus - High School and Middle School Building")
(Christian)
255 FFA Dr
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-4400
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-4400
2.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 460 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Matthew's School
(Catholic)
602 S Main St
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-6303
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-6303
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 161 students Tuition listed
204 Two Mile Dr
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-0490
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-0490
0.6 miles
Gr: 3-9 | 8 students
Kid Kare
Daycare / Preschool
75 Claremont St
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 756-9539
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 756-9539
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 236 students
Woodland Montessori School
Montessori School
5 Parkhill Rd
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-3824
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-3824
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 76 students Tuition listed
105 Blue Crest Dr
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-6239
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-6239
1.6 miles
Gr: 3-9 | 7 students
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Location
Miles
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204 Two Mile Dr
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-0490
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-0490
0.6 miles
Gr: 3-9 | 8 students
105 Blue Crest Dr
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-6239
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-6239
1.6 miles
Gr: 3-9 | 7 students
Stillwater Christian School ![Stillwater Christian School Photo - SCS Campus - High School and Middle School Building]( "Stillwater Christian School Photo - SCS Campus - High School and Middle School Building")
(Christian)
255 FFA Dr
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-4400
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-4400
2.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 460 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Summit Preparatory School
Alternative School
1605 Danielson Rd
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 758-8100
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 758-8100
8.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 34 students
Farming For The Future Academy
Special Education School
400 Veterans Drive
Columbia Falls, MT 59912
(406) 253-4369
Columbia Falls, MT 59912
(406) 253-4369
11.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 1 student
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Matthew's School
(Catholic)
602 S Main St
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-6303
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-6303
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 161 students Tuition listed
204 Two Mile Dr
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-0490
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-0490
0.6 miles
Gr: 3-9 | 8 students
105 Blue Crest Dr
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-6239
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-6239
1.6 miles
Gr: 3-9 | 7 students
Kalispell Montessori Center ![Kalispell Montessori Center Photo - Kalispell Montessori Elementary, Grades 1-7]( "Kalispell Montessori Center Photo - Kalispell Montessori Elementary, Grades 1-7")
Montessori School
349 Willow Glen Dr
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-3826
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-3826
1.8 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 78 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Stillwater Christian School ![Stillwater Christian School Photo - SCS Campus - High School and Middle School Building]( "Stillwater Christian School Photo - SCS Campus - High School and Middle School Building")
(Christian)
255 FFA Dr
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-4400
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-4400
2.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 460 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Matthew's School
(Catholic)
602 S Main St
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-6303
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-6303
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 161 students Tuition listed
Kid Kare
Daycare / Preschool
75 Claremont St
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 756-9539
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 756-9539
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 236 students
Woodland Montessori School
Montessori School
5 Parkhill Rd
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-3824
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-3824
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 76 students Tuition listed
Stillwater Christian School ![Stillwater Christian School Photo - SCS Campus - High School and Middle School Building]( "Stillwater Christian School Photo - SCS Campus - High School and Middle School Building")
(Christian)
255 FFA Dr
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-4400
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-4400
2.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 460 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Children's House Montessori School
Montessori School
1301 E 7th St
Whitefish, MT 59937
(406) 863-4685
Whitefish, MT 59937
(406) 863-4685
13.9 miles
Gr: K | 48 students Tuition listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
227 West Nevada
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 751-3900
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 751-3900
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 223 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
412 3rd Avenue W
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 751-3700
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 751-3700
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 237 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1119 2nd Street W
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 751-3737
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 751-3737
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 344 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
(Math: 29% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
644 4th Avenue West
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 751-3500
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 751-3500
0.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,541 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
644 4th Ave W
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 751-3434
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 751-3434
0.9 miles
Gr: 10-12 | 22 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
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