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Lincoln School

Elementary School · Great Falls Elem

PO Box 2429, Great Falls, MT 59403

Enrollment

384

Student-Teacher

19.2:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Montana schools

#466 of 603

In Great Falls

#11 of 19

public schools

In district

#10 of 17

Great Falls Elem

Academic performance

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Lincoln School

5.0/10

Elementary School in Great Falls · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Great Falls High School

3.9/10

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6.6/10

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About Lincoln School

Lincoln School is a public elementary school in Great Falls, MT, part of Great Falls Elem. Lincoln School serves approximately 384 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #466 of 603 schools in MT.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

30% of students at Lincoln 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.09 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment2.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,146
Chronic Absenteeism30.2%

Lincoln School — Students at Lincoln School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 66.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from MT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
89%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
52%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Lincoln School Compares

See how Lincoln School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
23th percentile in MT
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO Box 2429, Great Falls, MT 59403

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chief Joseph School (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Loy School (rated 8.0/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Great Falls, see our Great Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Great Falls High School Great Falls 0.6 mi 3.9
GREAT FALLS CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Great Falls 0.9 mi 6.6
FOOTHILLS COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Great Falls 0.9 mi 7.1
Giant Springs Elementary Great Falls 1.0 mi 7.6
Sunnyside School Great Falls 1.1 mi 5.6
Mountain View School Great Falls 1.0 mi 3.9
Lewis & Clark School Great Falls 1.1 mi 4.5
OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Great Falls 1.1 mi 7.9
MT Sch For Deaf & Blnd HS Great Falls 1.2 mi
MT Sch For Deaf & Blnd El Great Falls 1.2 mi
East Middle School Great Falls 1.2 mi 6.2
Longfellow School Great Falls 1.3 mi 4.0
Morningside School Great Falls 1.6 mi 4.9
TREASURE STATE ACADEMY Great Falls 1.6 mi 5.5
Whittier School Great Falls 1.7 mi 2.5
Chief Joseph School Great Falls 2.0 mi 8.0
North Middle School Great Falls 2.7 mi 7.5
Loy School Great Falls 2.4 mi 8.0
Sacajawea School Great Falls 3.0 mi 6.2
Riverview School Great Falls 3.1 mi 6.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln School

What grades does Lincoln School serve?

Lincoln School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Lincoln School?

Lincoln School has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln School is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lincoln School rank in MT?

Lincoln School ranks #466 of 603 schools in MT.

What is Lincoln School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Lincoln School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lincoln School a charter school?

No, Lincoln School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lincoln School a Title I school?

No, Lincoln School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lincoln School?

56.8% of students at Lincoln 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
63 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Cascade County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.2%

District

Great Falls Elem
District Enrollment
6,899
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,146
District Rank
#10 of 17

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