Serving 35 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Valley View 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley View School serves the entire district of Polson, MT, with an attendance zone that spans approximately 26.2 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, while the furthest edge of the zone is about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley View School's student population of 35 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
35 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Valley View 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 Valley View School is 0.34, 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
#374 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
80%
76%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.3%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
29%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley View School's ranking?
Valley View School is ranked #374 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Valley View School often compared to?
Valley View Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Linderman School, Dayton School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Valley View School?
35 students attend Valley View School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Valley View School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley View School?
Valley View School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Valley View School offer ?
Valley View School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley View School part of?
Valley View School is part of Valley View Elementary School District.
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