Serving 266 students in grades 2-3, Lincoln-mckinley School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln-mckinley School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lincoln-mckinley School's student population of 266 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
266 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln-mckinley School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln-mckinley School is 0.57, 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
#453 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
23%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
1%
1%
White
61%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln-mckinley School's ranking?
Lincoln-mckinley School is ranked #453 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Lincoln-mckinley School?
266 students attend Lincoln-mckinley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Lincoln-mckinley School students are White, 23% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln-mckinley School?
Lincoln-mckinley School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lincoln-mckinley School offer ?
Lincoln-mckinley School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln-mckinley School part of?
Lincoln-mckinley School is part of Havre Elementary School District.
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