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 (2026)
- 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%)
- 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
Diversity
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
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
11%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
74%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs & M-ettes
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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