Lincoln School serves 101 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 86%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89%
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln School serves the entire district of Baker, MT, covering approximately 903 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 18.4 miles from the school to the edges of the attendance area, extending up to 34.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln School's student population of 101 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
101 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lincoln School is 0.15, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)60-69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)80-89%
86%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
92%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% MT state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 86% MT state average).
How many students attend Lincoln School?
101 students attend Lincoln School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Lincoln School students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln School?
Lincoln School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lincoln School offer ?
Lincoln School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln School part of?
Lincoln School is part of Baker K-12 Schools.
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