Serving 323 students in grades 5-8, Estherville Lincoln Central Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Estherville Lincoln Central Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Estherville Lincoln Central Middle School's student population of 323 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Estherville Lincoln Central Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Estherville Lincoln Central Middle School is 0.46, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#696 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
70%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
26%
12%
Black
2%
7%
White
69%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Estherville Lincoln Central Middle School's ranking?
Estherville Lincoln Central Middle School is ranked #696 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Estherville Lincoln Central Middle School?
323 students attend Estherville Lincoln Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Estherville Lincoln Central Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Estherville Lincoln Central Middle School?
Estherville Lincoln Central Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Estherville Lincoln Central Middle School offer ?
Estherville Lincoln Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Estherville Lincoln Central Middle School part of?
Estherville Lincoln Central Middle School is part of Estherville Lincoln Central Com Sch Dist School District.
School Reviews
1 8/26/2019
This is a horrible school. They are not kind, they do not listen to parent's concerns, the superintendent is rude, it is a joke they are clearly not here for students. They do not help children with special needs.
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