Best Schools in Belt, Montana
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Belt?
Use this page to compare every school in Belt by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Belt 7-8
Middle · Belt Elem. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Belt School
Elementary · Belt Elem. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Belt High School
High · Belt H S. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Belt for 2026 are Belt 7-8 (8.9/10), Belt School (8.8/10), and Belt High School (7.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
8.4
out of 10
Median Home
$236,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
8.4
out of 10
Median Home
$236,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Belt
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Belt 7-8 | 8.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Belt School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Belt High School | 7.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.4/10
- Median household income
- $83,409
- Median home value
- $236,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 32%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Belt compares
Montana rank
#1 of 102
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+2.1
above Montana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$83k
126% of Montana median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Belt, Montana
Belt, Montana is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 8.4 out of 10, schools in Belt perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Belt is Belt 7-8 with a composite score of 8.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Belt is served by 2 school districts: Belt Elem, Belt H S. These districts collectively serve 367 students.
Belt's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $83,409. The poverty rate in the area is 9.3%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 195 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.8 |
| 2 | 25 students · Pre-K–8th | — |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 49 students · 7th–8th | 8.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 98 students · 9th–12th | 7.4 |
Schools in Belt
Belt, Montana · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$83,409
Median Home Value
$236,100
Median Rent
$825/mo
Population
1,450
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
79%
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Community Profile
Belt has a median household income of $83,409. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $236,100, with a median rent of $825/month. The local poverty rate of 9.3% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Montana
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
School Districts (2)
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Montana
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Belt, Montana
How many schools are in Belt, Montana?
Belt has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Belt, Montana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Belt is 8.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Belt, Montana?
The top-ranked school in Belt on MySchoolScout is Belt 7-8 with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Belt, Montana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Belt on MySchoolScout is Belt School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Belt, Montana?
The top-ranked middle school in Belt on MySchoolScout is Belt 7-8 with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best high school in Belt, Montana?
The top-ranked high school in Belt on MySchoolScout is Belt High School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
How many school districts serve Belt, Montana?
Belt is served by 2 school districts: Belt Elem, Belt H S.
What is the education level in Belt, Montana?
According to Census data, 32% of adults in Belt have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Belt, Montana?
The median household income in Belt is approximately $83,409 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Belt, Montana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Belt is 14.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Belt, Montana?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Montana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.