Serving 747 students in grades 6-8, Lincoln Jr High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lincoln Jr High School's student population of 747 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
747 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lincoln Jr High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Jr High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#444 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
7%
27%
Black
4%
17%
White
73%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Jr High School's ranking?
Lincoln Jr High School is ranked #444 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lincoln Jr High School often compared to?
Lincoln Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Jr High School, Washington Jr High School, Kennedy Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Jr High School?
747 students attend Lincoln Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Lincoln Jr High School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Jr High School?
Lincoln Jr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lincoln Jr High School offer ?
Lincoln Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lincoln Jr High School part of?
Lincoln Jr High School is part of Naperville CUSD 203 School District.
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