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Loring Colony School
Elementary School · Malta K-12 Schools
PO Box 670, Malta, MT 59538
Enrollment
6
Student-Teacher
6:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
6
Student-Teacher
6:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Loring Colony School
Elementary School in Malta · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Loring Colony School
Loring Colony School is a public elementary school in Malta, MT, part of Malta K-12 Schools. Loring Colony School serves approximately 6 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Loring Colony School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2012) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2012). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 6 students, Loring Colony School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6:1 students to teachers, Loring Colony School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Loring Colony School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 6 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Address
- PO Box 670, Malta, MT 59538
- Phone
- (406) 674-5525
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2011-12)
Based on 6 test records from MT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Location
PO Box 670, Malta, MT 59538
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Loring Colony School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Malta K-5 (rated 8.1/10, 30.3 miles away). Another option is Turner School (rated 6.2/10, 20.0 miles away, in nearby Turner). Additionally, Dodson School (rated 5.0/10, 29.8 miles away, in nearby Dodson). For more schools in Malta, see our Malta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
12 within 29.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Whitewater School Whitewater | 15.7 mi | — |
| Whitewater High School Whitewater | 15.7 mi | — |
| Whitewater 6-8 Whitewater | 15.7 mi | — |
| Turner School Turner | 20.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Turner 7-8 Turner | 20.0 mi | — |
| Turner High School Turner | 20.0 mi | — |
| Malta 6-7-8 Malta | 30.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Malta High School Malta | 30.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Malta K-5 Malta | 30.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Dodson School Dodson | 29.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Dodson High School Dodson | 29.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Dodson 7-8 Dodson | 29.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59538 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,833
Median Home Value
$174,500
Median Rent
$677/mo
Population
2,842
College Educated
21.9%
Homeownership
72.8%
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
44
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Loring Colony School
What grades does Loring Colony School serve?
Loring Colony School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Loring Colony School?
Loring Colony School has an enrollment of approximately 6 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Loring Colony School?
The student-teacher ratio at Loring Colony School is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Loring Colony School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Loring Colony School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2012) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2012).
Is Loring Colony School a charter school?
No, Loring Colony School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Loring Colony School a Title I school?
No, Loring Colony School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 6
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Phillips County
- Phone
- (406) 674-5525
Resources & Links
District
Malta K-12 Schools- District Enrollment
- 485
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,218
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