For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 202 students in 59412, MT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59412, MT are Belt School and Pleasant Valley School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 59412 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 59412, MT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is less than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59412, MT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Belt School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1 Church Street
Belt, MT 59412
(406) 277-3351
Belt, MT 59412
(406) 277-3351
Gr: PK-6 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Pleasant Valley School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
734 Mccoy Rd
Belt, MT 59412
(406) 277-3351
Belt, MT 59412
(406) 277-3351
Gr: PK-8 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 59412, MT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59412, MT include Belt School and Pleasant Valley School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 59412?
2 public elementary schools are located in 59412.
What is the racial composition of students in 59412?
59412 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is less than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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