For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 364 students in 59538, MT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59538, MT are Malta 6-7-8 and Malta K-5. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 59538 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 59538, MT have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59538, MT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Malta 6-7-8
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 High School Lane
Malta, MT 59538
(406) 654-2225
Malta, MT 59538
(406) 654-2225
Gr: 6-8 | 111 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
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 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
6888 Turner Cutacross Rd
Malta, MT 59538
(406) 674-5525
Malta, MT 59538
(406) 674-5525
Gr: PK-8 | 7 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 59538, MT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59538, MT include Malta 6-7-8 and Malta K-5.
How many public elementary schools are located in 59538?
3 public elementary schools are located in 59538.
What is the racial composition of students in 59538?
59538 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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