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Valier 7-8
Middle School · Valier Elem
PO Box 528, Valier, MT 59486
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
19:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
19:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Valier 7-8
Valier 7-8 is a public middle school in Valier, MT, part of the Valier Elem. The school serves approximately 19 students in grades 7th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Students demonstrate 17% proficiency in math and 30% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $53,056, where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 19 students, Valier 7-8 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, Valier 7-8 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 19 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Address
- PO Box 528, Valier, MT 59486
- Phone
- (406) 279-3314
- 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 10% (2019) to 10% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 30% (2019) to 30% (2022).
Location
PO Box 528, Valier, MT 59486
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valier 7-8 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Utterback 7-8 (rated 8.0/10, 16.8 miles away, in nearby Conrad). Another option is Utterback 4-6 (rated 8.0/10, 16.8 miles away, in nearby Conrad). Additionally, Shelby 7-8 (rated 7.5/10, 23.1 miles away, in nearby Shelby). For more schools in Valier, see our Valier schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Valier School Valier | 0.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Valier High School Valier | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Miami School Conrad | 8.0 mi | 1.7 |
| Kingsbury Colony Attn Ctr Valier | 10.7 mi | — |
| Dupuyer School Dupuyer | 13.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Pendroy School Pendroy | 19.3 mi | — |
| Conrad High School Conrad | 16.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Utterback 7-8 Conrad | 16.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Utterback 4-6 Conrad | 16.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Bynum School Bynum | 22.8 mi | — |
| Meadowlark School Conrad | 16.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Cut Bank Middle School Cut Bank | 22.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Cut Bank High School Cut Bank | 22.9 mi | 5.1 |
| H C Davis Elementary Cut Bank | 23.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Anna Jeffries Elementary Cut Bank | 23.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Midway Colony Dutton | 20.2 mi | — |
| Horizon Elementary Cut Bank | 28.5 mi | — |
| Shelby High School Shelby | 23.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Shelby 7-8 Shelby | 23.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Shelby Elementary School Shelby | 23.1 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59486 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,056
Median Home Value
$145,200
Median Rent
$782/mo
Population
1,196
College Educated
15.9%
Homeownership
82.2%
Poverty Rate
31.2%
Median Age
45.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Valier 7-8 has a median household income of $53,056. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $145,200, with a median rent of $782/month. The area has a poverty rate of 31.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ashland 7-8 Ashland, MT | — |
| Augusta 7-8 Augusta, MT | — |
| BIG HORN VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hardin, MT | — |
| Bainville 7-8 Bainville, MT | — |
| Barbara Gilligan 7-8 Brockton, MT | — |
| Belfry 7-8 Belfry, MT | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valier 7-8
What grades does Valier 7-8 serve?
Valier 7-8 serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Valier 7-8?
Valier 7-8 has an enrollment of approximately 19 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valier 7-8?
The student-teacher ratio at Valier 7-8 is 19:1. 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 Valier 7-8?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Valier 7-8 has 16.7% math proficiency and 30.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Valier 7-8 a charter school?
No, Valier 7-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Valier 7-8 a Title I school?
No, Valier 7-8 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valier 7-8?
63.2% of students at Valier 7-8 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 19
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Pondera County
- Phone
- (406) 279-3314
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Valier Elem- District Enrollment
- 107
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,492
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