Serving 21 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lima School ranks in the top 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lima School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Lima, MT, encompassing approximately 1,636.1 square miles. Families in this area typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 55.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lima School's student population of 21 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
21 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
The Lima School District is committed to inspiring our children to become future compassionate leaders through top notch education and meaningful extra-curricular activities.
School Rankings
Lima School ranks within the top 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lima School is 0.18, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#307 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
Hispanic
10%
7%
White
90%
76%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.9%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lima School's ranking?
Lima School is ranked #307 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Lima School?
21 students attend Lima School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Lima School students are White, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lima School?
Lima School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lima School offer ?
Lima School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lima School part of?
Lima School is part of Lima K-12 Schools.
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