Serving 361 students in grades 2-4, Linderman School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linderman School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Linderman School's student population of 361 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Linderman School ranks within the top 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linderman School is 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#258 out of 722 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
38%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
6%
Black
2%
1%
White
56%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linderman School's ranking?
Linderman School is ranked #258 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Linderman School often compared to?
Linderman Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dayton School, Valley View School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Linderman School?
361 students attend Linderman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Linderman School students are White, 38% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Linderman School?
Linderman School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Linderman School offer ?
Linderman School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Linderman School part of?
Linderman School is part of Polson Elementary School District.
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