SHIELDS VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Shields Valley Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Shields Valley Elem school district, located in Wilsall, MT with about 102 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 10 teachers, Shields Valley Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Shields Valley Elementary, located in the rural community of Wilsall, Montana, serves as a central educational hub for the surrounding Shields Valley area. As a small, community-focused institution, the school emphasizes a personalized learning environment where students benefit from smaller class sizes and a close-knit atmosphere. The school is part of a district dedicated to fostering academic growth while integrating the unique cultural and historical values of its Montana mountain setting.

Beyond the classroom, Shields Valley Elementary places a strong emphasis on the development of the "whole child," encouraging participation in extracurricular activities that strengthen the bond between the school and the local community. By prioritizing collaborative relationships between teachers, parents, and students, the school maintains a supportive culture that helps prepare its young learners for success in both secondary education and their future endeavors.

For more information, contact Shields Valley Elementary at (406) 578-2535 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.