For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public elementary schools serving 7,119 students in Lincoln, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Lincoln, CA are Twelve Bridges Elementary School, Twelve Bridges Middle School and Scott M. Leaman. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lincoln, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in Lincoln have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Lincoln, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Twelve Bridges Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2450 Eastridge Dr.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 434-5220
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 434-5220
Gr: K-5 | 744 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Twelve Bridges Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
770 Westview Dr.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 434-5270
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 434-5270
Gr: 6-8 | 931 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Scott M. Leaman
(Math: 58% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1200 Brentford Cir.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 543-0297
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 543-0297
Gr: K-5 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Crossing Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
635 Groveland Ln.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 434-5292
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 434-5292
Gr: K-5 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #55.
Creekside Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2030 First St.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 645-6380
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 645-6380
Gr: K-5 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #66.
Foskett Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1561 Joiner Pkwy.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 434-5255
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 434-5255
Gr: K-5 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #77.
Carlin C. Coppin Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
150 East 12th St.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 645-6390
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 645-6390
Gr: K-5 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #88.
Atlas Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
870 J St.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 409-2404
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 409-2404
Gr: K-12 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 40:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #99.
First Street Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1400 First St.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 645-6330
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 645-6330
Gr: K-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #1010.
Horizon Charter
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
873 First St.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 408-5200
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 408-5200
Gr: K-12 | 1,757 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #1111.
Glen Edwards Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
204 L St.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 645-6370
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 645-6370
Gr: 6-8 | 815 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Lincoln, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1081 Seventh St.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 645-6360
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 645-6360
Gr: 9-12 | 938 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
2800 Nicolaus Rd. Ste. 100
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 408-5200
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 408-5200
Gr: K-12 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Lincoln, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Lincoln, CA include Twelve Bridges Elementary School, Twelve Bridges Middle School and Scott M. Leaman.
How many public elementary schools are located in Lincoln?
11 public elementary schools are located in Lincoln.
What is the racial composition of students in Lincoln?
Lincoln public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Lincoln are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Lincoln include: Glen Edwards Middle School vs. Twelve Bridges Middle School, Carlin C. Coppin Elementary School vs. First Street Elementary School, Twelve Bridges Middle School vs. Glen Edwards Middle School
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