For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 248 students in Malta, MT.
The top-ranked public preschool in Malta, MT is Malta K-5. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Malta, MT public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Montana public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in Malta have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is equal to the Montana public preschool average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Preschools in Malta, MT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Malta K-5
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
706 South 3rd Avenue East
Malta, MT 59538
(406) 654-2320
Malta, MT 59538
(406) 654-2320
Gr: PK-8 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: n/an/a
6888 Turner Cutacross Rd
Malta, MT 59538
(406) 674-5525
Malta, MT 59538
(406) 674-5525
Gr: PK-8 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Malta, Montana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
30miles South Of Malta Content
Malta, MT 59538
(406) 658-2643
Malta, MT 59538
(406) 658-2643
Gr: PK-8 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1
123 School Lane
Malta, MT 59538
(406) 673-3386
Malta, MT 59538
(406) 673-3386
Gr: K-6 | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Malta, MT?
The top-ranked public preschools in Malta, MT include Malta K-5.
How many public preschools are located in Malta?
2 public preschools are located in Malta.
What is the racial composition of students in Malta?
Malta public preschools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is equal to the Montana public preschools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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