Serving 542 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Abraham 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 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Abraham Lincoln Elementary School serves the northern part of Belleville, IL, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 542 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
542 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Abraham 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 Abraham Lincoln Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#3165 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
64%
16%
White
22%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abraham Lincoln Elementary School's ranking?
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School is ranked #3165 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Abraham Lincoln Elementary School often compared to?
Abraham Lincoln Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Elementary School, West Jr High School, Harmony Intermediate Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Abraham Lincoln Elementary School?
542 students attend Abraham Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Abraham Lincoln Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abraham Lincoln Elementary School?
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Abraham Lincoln Elementary School offer ?
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Abraham Lincoln Elementary School part of?
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School is part of Belleville SD 118 School District.
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