Serving 295 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 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 35%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 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
School Overview
Lincoln-mckinley School's student population of 295 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Lincoln-mckinley School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln-mckinley 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
#438 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
23%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
64%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Lincoln-mckinley School's ranking?
Lincoln-mckinley School is ranked #438 out of 722 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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?
295 students attend Lincoln-mckinley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Lincoln-mckinley School students are White, 23% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln-mckinley School?
Lincoln-mckinley School has a student ration of 17:1, 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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