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5.4 avg / 10

Best Schools in Lame Deer, Montana

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 5.4/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.4/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$31,958

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$114,500

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
10%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
55%

Of occupied housing units

How Lame Deer compares

Montana rank

#88 of 102

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.9

below Montana avg (6.3)

Median household income

$32k

48% of Montana median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Lame Deer, Montana

Lame Deer, Montana is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Lame Deer show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Lame Deer is Lame Deer School with a composite score of 6.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Lame Deer is served by 2 school districts: Lame Deer H S, Lame Deer Elem. These districts collectively serve 595 students.

Lame Deer's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $31,958. The poverty rate in the area is 47.6%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by ZIP: 59043 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 309 students · Pre-K–6th 6.3

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 90 students · 7th–8th 4.7

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 196 students · 9th–12th 5.1

Schools in Lame Deer

Lame Deer, Montana · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$31,958

Median Home Value

$114,500

Median Rent

$500/mo

Population

2,771

College Educated

10%

Homeownership

55%

Poverty Rate

47.6%

Community Profile

Lame Deer has a median household income of $31,958. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $114,500, with a median rent of $500/month. The area has a poverty rate of 47.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Montana
Total Schools
3
Elementary
1
Middle
1
High
1
Districts
2
Avg Rating
5.4/10

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Lame Deer, Montana

How many schools are in Lame Deer, Montana?

Lame Deer has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Lame Deer, Montana?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lame Deer is 5.4 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Lame Deer, Montana?

The top-ranked school in Lame Deer on MySchoolScout is Lame Deer School with a composite score of 6.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Lame Deer, Montana?

The top-ranked elementary school in Lame Deer on MySchoolScout is Lame Deer School with a composite score of 6.3/10.

What is the best middle school in Lame Deer, Montana?

The top-ranked middle school in Lame Deer on MySchoolScout is Lame Deer 7-8 with a composite score of 4.7/10.

What is the best high school in Lame Deer, Montana?

The top-ranked high school in Lame Deer on MySchoolScout is Lame Deer High School with a composite score of 5.1/10.

How many school districts serve Lame Deer, Montana?

Lame Deer is served by 2 school districts: Lame Deer H S, Lame Deer Elem.

What is the education level in Lame Deer, Montana?

According to Census data, 10% of adults in Lame Deer have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Lame Deer, Montana?

The median household income in Lame Deer is approximately $31,958 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Lame Deer, Montana?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lame Deer is 14.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lame Deer, Montana?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Montana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.