Best Schools in Lame Deer, Montana
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Lame Deer by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Lame Deer 7-8
Middle · Lame Deer Elem. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lame Deer High School
High · Lame Deer H S. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lame Deer School
Elementary · Lame Deer Elem. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Lame Deer for 2026 are Lame Deer 7-8 (6.0/10), Lame Deer High School (5.5/10), and Lame Deer School (4.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$114,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$114,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lame Deer
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lame Deer 7-8 | 6.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Lame Deer High School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Lame Deer School | 4.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.4/10
- Median household income
- $31,958
- Median home value
- $114,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 10%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 55%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Lame Deer compares
Montana rank
#80 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 blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Lame Deer is Lame Deer 7-8 with a composite score of 6.0/10, 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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 309 students · Pre-K–6th | 4.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 90 students · 7th–8th | 6.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 196 students · 9th–12th | 5.5 |
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.
Schools by Level
- State
- Montana
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School Districts (2)
Nearby Cities
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Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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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, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Lame Deer, Montana?
The top-ranked school in Lame Deer on MySchoolScout is Lame Deer 7-8 with a composite score of 6.0/10.
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 4.7/10.
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 6.0/10.
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 5.5/10.
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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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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.