For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 306 students in Malta, ID.
The top ranked public schools in Malta, ID are Raft River Elementary School and Raft River Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Malta, ID public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Idaho public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Malta have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Idaho public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Malta, ID (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Raft River Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
140 West Center Street
Malta, ID 83342
(208) 645-2561
Malta, ID 83342
(208) 645-2561
Grades: PK-6
| 148 students
Rank: #22.
Raft River Jr/sr High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
55 North 100 West Trojan Drive
Malta, ID 83342
(208) 645-2220
Malta, ID 83342
(208) 645-2220
Grades: 7-12
| 158 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Malta, ID?
The top ranked public schools in Malta, ID include Raft River Elementary School and Raft River Jr/sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Malta?
2 public schools are located in Malta.
What is the racial composition of students in Malta?
Malta public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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