Serving 613 students in grades 6-8, Abraham Lincoln Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Abraham Lincoln Middle School serves the southern part of Gainesville, FL, covering an area of approximately 49.1 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of about 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being nearly 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Abraham Lincoln Middle School's student population of 613 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
613 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Abraham Lincoln Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abraham Lincoln Middle School is 0.63, 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
#1467 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
55%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Terriers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abraham Lincoln Middle School's ranking?
Abraham Lincoln Middle School is ranked #1467 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Abraham Lincoln Middle School often compared to?
Abraham Lincoln Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howard W. Bishop Middle School, Westwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Abraham Lincoln Middle School?
613 students attend Abraham Lincoln Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Abraham Lincoln Middle School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abraham Lincoln Middle School?
Abraham Lincoln Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Abraham Lincoln Middle School offer ?
Abraham Lincoln Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Abraham Lincoln Middle School part of?
Abraham Lincoln Middle School is part of Alachua School District.
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