ÿÈÕ³Ô¹Ï

ÿÈÕ³Ô¹Ï - Established 2003

Best Valley County Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 778 students in Valley County, MT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Valley County, MT are Lustre School, Opheim School and Hinsdale School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Valley County, MT public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in Valley County have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Valley County (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lustre School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
282 Lustre Road
Frazer, MT 59225
(406) 392-5725
Gr: PK-8 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Opheim School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
100 Rock St
Opheim, MT 59250
(406) 762-3214
Gr: PK-6 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Hinsdale School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
600 North Montana
Hinsdale, MT 59241
(406) 364-2314
Gr: PK-6 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #44.
Nashua 6-8
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
222 Mabel
Nashua, MT 59248
(406) 746-3411
Gr: 6-8 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #55.
Irle Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
825 8th North
Glasgow, MT 59230
(406) 228-2419
Gr: PK-5 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #66.
Glasgow Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
11 Lasar Drive
Glasgow, MT 59230
(406) 228-2485
Gr: 6-8 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Frazer Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
325 6th Street
Frazer, MT 59225
(406) 695-2241
Gr: PK-6 | 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Nashua School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
222 Mabel
Nashua, MT 59248
(406) 746-3411
Gr: PK-5 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Valley County, MT

Valley County Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Glasgow 4-6 School (Closed 2016)
11 Laser Drive
Glasgow, MT 59230
(406) 228-8268
Gr: 4-6 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Valley County, MT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Valley County, MT include Lustre School, Opheim School and Hinsdale School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Valley County?
8 public elementary schools are located in Valley County.
What is the racial composition of students in Valley County?
Valley County public elementary schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).

Recent Articles

Year-Round Schooling in 2026: Updated Parent Guide
Year-Round Schooling in 2026: Updated Parent Guide
Explore the latest 2026 data, trends, costs, and parent planning tips in the ongoing debate over year-round schooling vs the traditional calendar.
No Child Left Behind: Past, Present, and Future of U.S. School Policy
No Child Left Behind: Past, Present, and Future of U.S. School Policy
Explore how No Child Left Behind evolved into ESSA, what it means for 2025‑26 schooling, and what parents need to know about testing, admissions planning, and funding.
Understanding Public School Fees & Optional Costs Guide
Understanding Public School Fees & Optional Costs Guide
Discover what public school fees are required versus optional, with 2026 updates for parents, students, and educators on budgeting and planning.

Quick Links

School Search Tools:
School by Type (MT):
Private & Boarding Schools:
State Links: