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Malta K-5

706 South 3rd Avenue East
Malta, MT 59538
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 50%
Serving 242 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 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is equal to the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 242 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Top 50% in MT
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 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

School Overview

Malta K-5's student population of 242 students has grown by 7% 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)
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
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 0.39, 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.
This School
State Level (MT)
#259 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
40-44%
37%
50-54%
46%
50-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
8%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
77%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.39
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
242 students attend Malta K-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Malta K-5 students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
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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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 242 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

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