Medicine Lake K-12 Schools

Located at 311 Young Street in Medicine Lake, Montana, Medicine Lake K-12 Schools is an active, traditional public school district dedicated to serving its rural remote community. Operating three facilities across the district, the system delivers a continuous educational journey spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Serving a close-knit student body of 88 total students, the district maintains small cohort sizes across all grade levels—from early childhood education through high school graduation. The student population includes 75 White, 6 American Indian, 6 Hispanic, and multi-racial students, creating a supportive, community-centered environment tailored to the unique needs of northeastern Montana families.

A cornerstone of Medicine Lake K-12 Schools is its exceptionally strong staffing support, designed to foster individualized academic growth and comprehensive student care. The district employs a full-time equivalent (FTE) workforce of 56.6 staff members, anchored by 27.4 FTE classroom teachers, 5.5 FTE instructional aides, and 23.7 FTE dedicated support staff. This high ratio of educators to students ensures exceptionally small class sizes, allowing teachers to deliver targeted instruction and individualized mentorship. Families, students, and educational researchers interested in learning more about the district can visit their administrative office on Young Street, explore resources online at www.medicinelake.k12.mt.us, or contact district staff directly at (406) 789-2211.