Serving 392 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Loy School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Loy School serves the southeast part of Great Falls, MT, covering an area of approximately 6.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Loy School's student population of 392 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Lynx Way
School Rankings
Loy School ranks within the top 30% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Loy School is 0.58, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#203 out of 696 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
18%
7%
Black
7%
1%
White
61%
76%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gray
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loy School's ranking?
Loy School is ranked #203 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Loy School often compared to?
Loy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chief Joseph School, Meadow Lark School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Loy School?
392 students attend Loy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Loy School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loy School?
Loy School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Loy School offer ?
Loy School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Loy School part of?
Loy School is part of Great Falls Elementary School District.
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