Serving 246 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Malta K-5 ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Malta K-5 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Malta K-5's student population of 246 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
246 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Malta K-5 ranks within the top 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Malta K-5 is 0.36, which is less 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
#259 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
9%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
79%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malta K-5's ranking?
Malta K-5 is ranked #259 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Malta K-5?
246 students attend Malta K-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Malta K-5 students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Malta K-5?
Malta K-5 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Malta K-5 offer ?
Malta K-5 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Malta K-5 part of?
Malta K-5 is part of Malta K-12 Schools.
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