Serving 683 students in grades 6-8, Abraham Lincoln Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 683 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abraham Lincoln Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Abraham Lincoln Middle School's student population of 683 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
683 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Abraham Lincoln Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abraham Lincoln Middle School is 0.74, which is more 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
#3620 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
19%
27%
Black
39%
17%
White
26%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
2%
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 Abraham Lincoln Middle School's ranking?
Abraham Lincoln Middle School is ranked #3620 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Abraham Lincoln Middle School?
683 students attend Abraham Lincoln Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Abraham Lincoln Middle School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Abraham Lincoln Middle School?
Abraham Lincoln Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Abraham Lincoln Middle School offer ?
Abraham Lincoln Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Abraham Lincoln Middle School part of?
Abraham Lincoln Middle School is part of Rockford SD 205 School District.
School Reviews
1 2/26/2018
Do like the way the teachers treat their students.
2 10/8/2015
Teachers don't push students to do things on their own.
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