Serving 360 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lincoln School ranks in the top 50% 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 37% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lincoln School's student population of 360 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lincoln School ranks within the top 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln School is 0.43, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#301 out of 722 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
5%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
74%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln School's ranking?
Lincoln School is ranked #301 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Lincoln School often compared to?
Lincoln Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chief Joseph School, Lewis & Clark School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Lincoln School?
360 students attend Lincoln School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Lincoln School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln School?
Lincoln School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lincoln School offer ?
Lincoln School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Lincoln School part of?
Lincoln School is part of Great Falls Elementary School District.
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