Below Average
#496 of 603 schools in MT
Lame Deer School
Elementary School · Lame Deer Elem
Box 96, Lame Deer, MT 59043
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Montana schools
#496 of 603
In Lame Deer
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Lame Deer Elem
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Lame Deer School
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About Lame Deer School
Lame Deer School is a public elementary school in Lame Deer, MT, part of Lame Deer Elem. Lame Deer School serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Lame Deer School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #496 of 603 schools in MT.
Structured state assessment records for Lame Deer School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- MT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Lame Deer School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Lame Deer School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
75% of students at Lame Deer School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Lame Deer School — Students at Lame Deer School score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.
How Lame Deer School Compares
See how Lame Deer School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
Box 96, Lame Deer, MT 59043
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lame Deer School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ashland School (rated 6.7/10, 19.3 miles away, in nearby Ashland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pine Butte Elementary Sch (rated 5.0/10, 20.1 miles away, in nearby Colstrip), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lame Deer, see our Lame Deer schools guide .
Nearby Schools
11 within 19.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lame Deer High School Lame Deer | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Lame Deer 7-8 Lame Deer | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Frank Brattin Middle Schl Colstrip | 18.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Pine Butte Elementary Sch Colstrip | 20.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Colstrip High School Colstrip | 20.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Northern Cheyenne Tribal School Busby | 15.0 mi | — |
| Birney School Birney | 21.9 mi | — |
| COTTONWOOD SCHOOL Forsyth | 19.2 mi | — |
| ST LABRE HIGH SCHOOL Ashland | 18.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Ashland School Ashland | 19.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Ashland 7-8 Ashland | 19.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$31,958
Median Home Value
$114,500
Median Rent
$500/mo
Population
2,771
College Educated
9.7%
Homeownership
55.3%
Poverty Rate
47.6%
Median Age
21.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arlee Elementary Arlee, MT | 4.7 |
| Cornelius Hedges School Kalispell, MT | 4.7 |
| Washington School Billings, MT | 4.7 |
| Big Sky Elementary Billings, MT | 4.6 |
| Broadwater School Helena, MT | 4.6 |
| Kennedy School Butte, MT | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lame Deer School
What grades does Lame Deer School serve?
Lame Deer School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Lame Deer School?
Lame Deer School has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lame Deer School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lame Deer School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lame Deer School rank in MT?
Lame Deer School ranks #496 of 603 schools in MT.
What is Lame Deer School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lame Deer School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Lame Deer School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lame Deer School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lame Deer School a charter school?
No, Lame Deer School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lame Deer School a Title I school?
No, Lame Deer School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lame Deer School?
100.0% of students at Lame Deer School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 309
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Rosebud County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.4%
- Phone
- (406) 477-6305
Resources & Links
District
Lame Deer Elem- District Enrollment
- 399
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,335
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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