For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 39 students in Lima, MT.
The top-ranked public schools in Lima, MT are Lima 7-8, Lima High School and Lima School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lima, MT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Lima have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Lima, MT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lima 7-8
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 North Harrison
Lima, MT 59739
(406) 276-3571
Lima, MT 59739
(406) 276-3571
Gr: 7-8 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Lima High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 North Harrison
Lima, MT 59739
(406) 276-3571
Lima, MT 59739
(406) 276-3571
Gr: 9-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Rank: #33.
Lima School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1 North Harrison
Lima, MT 59739
(406) 276-3571
Lima, MT 59739
(406) 276-3571
Gr: PK-6 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Lima, MT?
How many public schools are located in Lima?
3 public schools are located in Lima.
What is the racial composition of students in Lima?
Lima public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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