Elementary Schools in Baker K-12 Schools

The Baker K-12 Schools district in Montana is home to two elementary schools: Longfellow School and Lincoln School. While both schools serve elementary-aged students, they exhibit notable differences in their student demographics, academic performance, and statewide rankings.

Longfellow School has a more diverse student population, with 7.59% non-white students compared to 4.67% at Lincoln School. However, Longfellow's academic performance, as measured by state test scores, is generally lower than the district and state averages, particularly in reading and science. In contrast, Lincoln School has maintained a relatively stable and strong statewide ranking over the past 15-20 years, suggesting it has been a consistently high-performing school.

Both schools have a relatively low student-teacher ratio, with Longfellow School at 14.6 and Lincoln School at 10.7. However, the higher ratio at Longfellow may be contributing to its lower academic performance. Additionally, the district-wide spending per student of $16,241 is significantly higher than the state average, indicating a substantial investment in the schools, though it remains to be seen how these funds are being utilized to improve student outcomes.