Very Good
#186 of 603 schools in MT
Top 31% in state
Loy School
Elementary School · Great Falls Elem
PO Box 2429, Great Falls, MT 59403
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Great Falls
#2 of 19
public schools
Montana elementary schools
#104 of 319
In district
#2 of 17
Great Falls Elem
Academic performance
9.1 / 10
Exceptional
About Loy School
Loy School serves 405 students from prekindergarten through sixth grade in Great Falls, Montana, offering a solid elementary education with a respectable 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio across its 26 full-time equivalent teachers. The school has earned recognition as one of Montana's stronger elementary schools, ranking 104th out of 605 schools statewide and placing in the 83rd percentile. Academically, Loy School demonstrates notable strengths, particularly in English Language Arts where 62% of students achieve proficiency or above across grade levels.
Mathematics shows room for continued growth, with 52% of students meeting or exceeding proficiency standards. The school's overall academic score of 8.9 out of 10 reflects its commitment to student learning and achievement. With a MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10, Loy School provides families in the Great Falls area with a well-regarded elementary education option.
The school's prekindergarten program offers early childhood education, while the comprehensive elementary curriculum serves students through sixth grade, preparing them for their transition to middle school. Located in Great Falls, a small city setting in Cascade County, Loy School benefits from the close-knit community atmosphere that smaller cities often provide.
Score Breakdown
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Loy School — Students at Loy School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)
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.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.
How Loy School Compares
See how Loy School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 52% (2019) to 52% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 67% (2019) to 62% (2022).
Location
PO Box 2429, Great Falls, MT 59403
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Loy School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Giant Springs Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Morningside School (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Great Falls, see our Great Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Joseph School Great Falls | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| TREASURE STATE ACADEMY Great Falls | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Morningside School Great Falls | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| East Middle School Great Falls | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| MT Sch For Deaf & Blnd HS Great Falls | 1.2 mi | — |
| MT Sch For Deaf & Blnd El Great Falls | 1.2 mi | — |
| Lewis & Clark School Great Falls | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Giant Springs Elementary Great Falls | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Mountain View School Great Falls | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Lincoln School Great Falls | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| GREAT FALLS CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Great Falls | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| FOOTHILLS COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Great Falls | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Great Falls High School Great Falls | 2.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Sunnyside School Great Falls | 3.4 mi | 5.3 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Great Falls | 3.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Longfellow School Great Falls | 3.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Whittier School Great Falls | 3.7 mi | 4.9 |
| North Middle School Great Falls | 3.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Sacajawea School Great Falls | 4.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Riverview School Great Falls | 4.8 mi | 5.0 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bryant School Helena, MT | 7.1 |
| Edgerton School Kalispell, MT | 7.1 |
| Elysian School Billings, MT | 7.1 |
| Giant Springs Elementary Great Falls, MT | 7.1 |
| Lincoln Primary Anaconda, MT | 7.1 |
| Margaret Leary School Butte, MT | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Loy School
What grades does Loy School serve?
Loy School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Loy School?
Loy School has an enrollment of approximately 405 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Loy School?
The student-teacher ratio at Loy School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Loy School rank in MT?
Loy School is ranked #186 out of 603 schools in MT.
What is Loy School's MySchoolScout rating?
Loy School has a composite rating of 7.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Loy School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Loy School has 50.3% math proficiency and 62.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Loy School a charter school?
No, Loy School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Loy School a Title I school?
No, Loy School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Loy School?
32.8% of students at Loy School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 405
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cascade County
- Phone
- (406) 268-6885
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Great Falls Elem- District Enrollment
- 6,899
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,146
- District Rank
- #2 of 17
Other Schools in This District
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