Serving 24 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pleasant Valley School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Valley School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pleasant Valley School's student population of 24 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
24 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Pleasant Valley School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Valley School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#409 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
100%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
54%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Valley School's ranking?
Pleasant Valley School is ranked #409 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Valley School?
24 students attend Pleasant Valley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Pleasant Valley School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Valley School?
Pleasant Valley School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pleasant Valley School offer ?
Pleasant Valley School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasant Valley School part of?
Pleasant Valley School is part of Belt Elementary School District.
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