For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 147 students in Lincoln, MT.
The top-ranked public schools in Lincoln, MT are Lincoln High School, Lincoln Elementary School and Lincoln 7-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lincoln, MT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Lincoln have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Lincoln, MT (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
808 Main Street
Lincoln, MT 59639
(406) 362-4201
Lincoln, MT 59639
(406) 362-4201
Gr: 9-12 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
808 Main Street
Lincoln, MT 59639
(406) 362-4201
Lincoln, MT 59639
(406) 362-4201
Gr: PK-6 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Lincoln 7-8
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
808 Main Street
Lincoln, MT 59639
(406) 362-4201
Lincoln, MT 59639
(406) 362-4201
Gr: 7-8 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Lincoln, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in Lincoln, MT include Lincoln High School, Lincoln Elementary School and Lincoln 7-8.
How many public schools are located in Lincoln?
3 public schools are located in Lincoln.
What is the racial composition of students in Lincoln?
Lincoln public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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