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 61 students in grades 6-8, Lin-wood Public School (Middle) ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the New Hampshire state average of 40%). 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 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lin-wood Public School (Middle) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lin-wood Public School (Middle)'s student population of 61 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 79% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
61 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1937
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Rankings
Lin-wood Public School (Middle) ranks within the top 50% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lin-wood Public School (Middle) is 0.15, 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
#186 out of 457 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
3%
2%
White
92%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
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 (Middle)'s ranking?
Lin-wood Public School (Middle) is ranked #186 out of 457 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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 (Middle)?
61 students attend Lin-wood Public School (Middle).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Lin-wood Public School (Middle) students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lin-wood Public School (Middle)?
Lin-wood Public School (Middle) 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 (Middle) offer ?
Lin-wood Public School (Middle) offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lin-wood Public School (Middle) part of?
Lin-wood Public School (Middle) is part of Lincoln-Woodstock Cooperative School District.
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