Serving 276 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: IS 171 Abraham Lincoln serves an attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 0.4 square miles. Families typically experience a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln's student population of 276 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
276 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Leadership • Empowerment • Altruism • Determination
School Rankings
I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3831 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
82%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln's ranking?
I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln is ranked #3831 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln often compared to?
I.s. 171 Abraham Lincolnis often viewed alongside schools like East New York Middle School Of Excellence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln?
276 students attend I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln?
I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln offer ?
I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln part of?
I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln is part of New York City Geographic District #19.
In what neighborhood is I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln located?
I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln is located in the Cypress Hills neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Cypress Hills.
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