Cherry Valley School serves 268 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cherry Valley School's student population of 268 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Motto
We Cherish Each Child By creating a caring community that honors each child’s journey in discovering the power of learning.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cherry Valley School is 0.54, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
34%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
59%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Cherry Valley School?
268 students attend Cherry Valley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Cherry Valley School students are White, 34% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherry Valley School?
Cherry Valley School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cherry Valley School offer ?
Cherry Valley School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cherry Valley School part of?
Cherry Valley School is part of Polson Elementary School District.
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