Serving 405 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Loy School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Loy School's student population of 405 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Motto
The Lynx Way
School Rankings
Loy School ranks within the top 30% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Loy School is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#203 out of 696 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
14%
6%
Black
5%
1%
White
65%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loy School's ranking?
Loy School is ranked #203 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Loy School often compared to?
Loy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chief Joseph School, Meadow Lark School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Loy School?
405 students attend Loy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Loy School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loy School?
Loy School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Loy School offer ?
Loy School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Loy School part of?
Loy School is part of Great Falls Elementary School District.
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