Loring Colony School serves 6 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 66%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loring Colony School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Loring Colony School's student population of 6 students has grown by 200% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
6 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Loring Colony School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)≥50%
66%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)≥50%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
100%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
33%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 66% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% MT state average).
How many students attend Loring Colony School?
6 students attend Loring Colony School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Loring Colony School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loring Colony School?
Loring Colony School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Loring Colony School offer ?
Loring Colony School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Loring Colony School part of?
Loring Colony School is part of Malta K-12 Schools School District.
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