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Pleasant Valley School
Elementary School · Belt Elem
PO Box 197, Belt, MT 59412
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Pleasant Valley School
Pleasant Valley School is a public elementary school in Belt, MT, part of the Belt Elem. The school serves approximately 25 students in grades Pre-K – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.5:1. Students demonstrate 43% proficiency in math and 30% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $83,409, where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 25 students, Pleasant Valley School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Pleasant Valley School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 25 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Address
- PO Box 197, Belt, MT 59412
- Website
- beltschool.com
- Phone
- (406) 277-3351
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 49.5% (2019) to 49.5% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 30% (2019) to 30% (2022).
Location
PO Box 197, Belt, MT 59412
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pleasant Valley School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Loy School (rated 7.1/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Great Falls). Another option is Highwood School (rated 7.0/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Highwood). Additionally, Morningside School (rated 6.9/10, 16.7 miles away, in nearby Great Falls). For more schools in Belt, see our Belt schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Belt School Belt | 0.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Belt 7-8 Belt | 0.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Belt High School Belt | 0.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Hill Top Colony School Sand Coulee | 7.9 mi | — |
| Centerville School Sand Coulee | 10.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Centerville 6-8 Sand Coulee | 10.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Centerville High School Sand Coulee | 10.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Highwood School Highwood | 14.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Highwood High School Highwood | 14.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Highwood Middle School Highwood | 14.8 mi | — |
| Big Stone School Sand Coulee | 13.0 mi | — |
| Loy School Great Falls | 15.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Chief Joseph School Great Falls | 15.7 mi | 5.3 |
| TREASURE STATE ACADEMY Great Falls | 16.2 mi | 5.5 |
| East Middle School Great Falls | 16.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Morningside School Great Falls | 16.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Mountain View School Great Falls | 16.3 mi | 5.0 |
| MT Sch For Deaf & Blnd HS Great Falls | 16.6 mi | — |
| MT Sch For Deaf & Blnd El Great Falls | 16.6 mi | — |
| Lewis & Clark School Great Falls | 16.6 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59412 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,409
Median Home Value
$236,100
Median Rent
$825/mo
Population
1,450
College Educated
31.6%
Homeownership
79.1%
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
42.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Pleasant Valley School 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.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alder School Alder, MT | — |
| Auchard Creek School Wolf Creek, MT | — |
| Avon School Avon, MT | — |
| Babb School Browning, MT | — |
| Basin School Basin, MT | — |
| Big Sky School Browning, MT | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pleasant Valley School
What grades does Pleasant Valley School serve?
Pleasant Valley School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Pleasant Valley School?
Pleasant Valley School has an enrollment of approximately 25 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Valley School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Valley School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Pleasant Valley School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Pleasant Valley School has 43.0% math proficiency and 30.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Pleasant Valley School a charter school?
No, Pleasant Valley School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pleasant Valley School a Title I school?
No, Pleasant Valley School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pleasant Valley School?
88.0% of students at Pleasant Valley School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Average (333/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 25
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Cascade County
- Phone
- (406) 277-3351
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Belt Elem- District Enrollment
- 269
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,635
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