For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public elementary schools serving 6,842 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 42% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 45% 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 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Lincoln, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Twelve Bridges Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2450 Eastridge Dr.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 434-5220
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 434-5220
Grades: K-5
| 697 students
Rank: #22.
Twelve Bridges Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
770 Westview Dr.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 434-5270
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 434-5270
Grades: 6-8
| 924 students
Rank: #33.
Scott M. Leaman
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1200 Brentford Cir.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 543-0297
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 543-0297
Grades: K-5
| 547 students
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Crossing Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
635 Groveland Ln.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 434-5292
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 434-5292
Grades: K-5
| 455 students
Rank: #55.
Creekside Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2030 First St.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 645-6380
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 645-6380
Grades: K-5
| 526 students
Rank: #66.
Carlin C. Coppin Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
150 East 12th St.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 645-6390
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 645-6390
Grades: K-5
| 432 students
Rank: #77.
First Street Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1400 First St.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 645-6330
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 645-6330
Grades: K-5
| 389 students
Rank: #88.
Foskett Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1561 Joiner Pkwy.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 434-5255
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 434-5255
Grades: K-5
| 416 students
Rank: #99.
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
Grades: K-12
| 1,572 students
Rank: #1010.
Atlas Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
870 J St.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 409-2404
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 409-2404
Grades: K-12
| 86 students
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
Grades: 6-8
| 798 students
Lincoln, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1081 Seventh St.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 645-6360
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 645-6360
Grades: 9-12
| 938 students
2800 Nicolaus Rd. Ste. 100
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 408-5200
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 408-5200
Grades: K-12
| 562 students
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 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Lincoln are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Lincoln include: Carlin C. Coppin Elementary School vs. First Street Elementary School, Glen Edwards Middle School vs. Twelve Bridges Middle School, Lincoln Crossing Elementary School vs. Creekside Oaks Elementary School
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