Serving 892 students in grades 7-8, Abraham Lincoln Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 892 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Abraham Lincoln Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Selma, CA, encompassing approximately 53.4 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Abraham Lincoln Middle School's student population of 892 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
892 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
School Rankings
Abraham Lincoln Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abraham Lincoln Middle School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5419 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abraham Lincoln Middle School's ranking?
Abraham Lincoln Middle School is ranked #5419 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Abraham Lincoln Middle School?
892 students attend Abraham Lincoln Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Abraham Lincoln Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abraham Lincoln Middle School?
Abraham Lincoln Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Abraham Lincoln Middle School offer ?
Abraham Lincoln Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Abraham Lincoln Middle School part of?
Abraham Lincoln Middle School is part of Selma Unified School District.
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