Serving 66 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Valier School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valier School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Valier School's student population of 66 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
66 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valier 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 Valier School is 0.57, which is more 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
#567 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
30%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
58%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valier School's ranking?
Valier School is ranked #567 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Valier School?
66 students attend Valier School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Valier School students are White, 30% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valier School?
Valier School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Valier School offer ?
Valier School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valier School part of?
Valier School is part of Valier Elementary School District.
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