Serving 132 students in grades 6, Lincoln Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Forrest City, AR, covering approximately 345.4 square miles. The average drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 18.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln Academy's student population of 132 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
132 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Academy is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#815 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
15%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
91%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Academy's ranking?
Lincoln Academy is ranked #815 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Academy?
132 students attend Lincoln Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Lincoln Academy students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Academy?
Lincoln Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lincoln Academy offer ?
Lincoln Academy offers enrollment in grades 6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lincoln Academy part of?
Lincoln Academy is part of Forrest City School District.
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