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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
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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About Pleasant Valley School
Pleasant Valley School is a public elementary school in Belt, MT, part of Belt Elem. Pleasant Valley School serves approximately 25 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Pleasant Valley School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 25 students, Pleasant Valley School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Pleasant Valley School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
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
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from MT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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
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. Highwood School (rated 9.2/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Highwood). Another option is Belt School (rated 8.8/10). Additionally, Loy School (rated 8.0/10, 15.8 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 | 8.8 |
| Belt 7-8 Belt | 0.0 mi | 8.9 |
| 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 | 5.1 |
| Centerville 6-8 Sand Coulee | 10.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Centerville High School Sand Coulee | 10.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Highwood School Highwood | 14.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Highwood High School Highwood | 14.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Highwood Middle School Highwood | 14.8 mi | — |
| Big Stone School Sand Coulee | 13.0 mi | — |
| Loy School Great Falls | 15.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Chief Joseph School Great Falls | 15.7 mi | 8.0 |
| TREASURE STATE ACADEMY Great Falls | 16.2 mi | 5.5 |
| East Middle School Great Falls | 16.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Morningside School Great Falls | 16.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Mountain View School Great Falls | 16.3 mi | 3.9 |
| 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 | 4.5 |
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
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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 loaded state assessment records, Pleasant Valley School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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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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
Resources & Links
District
Belt Elem- District Enrollment
- 269
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,635
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