Lin-Wood Public School in Lincoln, New Hampshire is a public primary and secondary school located in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, serving the communities of Lincoln and Woodstock. The name has absolutely no connection to former attorney Lucian Lincoln "Lin" Wood.
Serving 111 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lin-wood Public School Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 111 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lin-wood Public School Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lin-wood Public School Elementary School's student population of 111 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 65% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
111 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1937
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering our Students to Succeed
School Rankings
Lin-wood Public School Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lin-wood Public School Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#142 out of 455 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
88%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lumberjacks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lin-wood Public School Elementary School's ranking?
Lin-wood Public School Elementary School is ranked #142 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Lin-wood Public School Elementary School?
111 students attend Lin-wood Public School Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Lin-wood Public School Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lin-wood Public School Elementary School?
Lin-wood Public School Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lin-wood Public School Elementary School offer ?
Lin-wood Public School Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lin-wood Public School Elementary School part of?
Lin-wood Public School Elementary School is part of Lincoln-Woodstock Cooperative School District.
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