Serving 111 students in grades 6-8, Malta 6-7-8 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 111 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Malta 6-7-8's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 2,901.7 square miles in Malta, MT, with a typical drive to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 28.9 miles to the edge of the zone, extending up to 62.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Malta 6-7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Malta 6-7-8's student population of 111 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
111 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
A Tradition of Excellence
School Rankings
Malta 6-7-8 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 Malta 6-7-8 is 0.43, 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
#207 out of 696 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
11%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue
School Mascot
Mustangs & M-ettes
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malta 6-7-8's ranking?
Malta 6-7-8 is ranked #207 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Malta 6-7-8?
111 students attend Malta 6-7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Malta 6-7-8 students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Malta 6-7-8?
Malta 6-7-8 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Malta 6-7-8 offer ?
Malta 6-7-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Malta 6-7-8 part of?
Malta 6-7-8 is part of Malta K-12 Schools.
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