For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 293 students in Malta, IL.
The top-ranked public school in Malta, IL is Malta Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Malta, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Malta have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Malta, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Malta Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5068 Il Route 38
Malta, IL 60150
(815) 754-2970
Malta, IL 60150
(815) 754-2970
Gr: K-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: n/an/a
Kec Area Voc Center
Vocational School
21255 Malta Rd
Malta, IL 60150
(815) 825-2000
Malta, IL 60150
(815) 825-2000
Gr: 11-12
Rank: n/an/a
Kec Central Efe 170
Alternative School
21255 Malta Rd
Malta, IL 60150
(815) 825-2000
Malta, IL 60150
(815) 825-2000
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Malta, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Malta, IL include Malta Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Malta?
3 public schools are located in Malta.
What is the racial composition of students in Malta?
Malta public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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