Serving 717 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Abe Lincoln Elementary 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 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 717 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Abe Lincoln Elementary School serves the southwest part of Cicero, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Abe Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 717 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
717 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Abe Lincoln Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abe Lincoln Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2374 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Hispanic
97%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
2%
45%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abe Lincoln Elementary School's ranking?
Abe Lincoln Elementary School is ranked #2374 out of 3,542 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Abe Lincoln Elementary School?
717 students attend Abe Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Abe Lincoln Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abe Lincoln Elementary School?
Abe Lincoln Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Abe Lincoln Elementary School offer ?
Abe Lincoln Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Abe Lincoln Elementary School part of?
Abe Lincoln Elementary School is part of Cicero SD 99 School District.
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