Serving 320 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Lincoln-douglas Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln-douglas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lincoln-douglas Elementary School's student population of 320 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln-douglas Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln-douglas Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3087 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
9%
28%
Black
35%
16%
White
41%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln-douglas Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln-douglas Elementary School is ranked #3087 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lincoln-douglas Elementary School often compared to?
Lincoln-douglas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Elementary School, Empire Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lincoln-douglas Elementary School?
320 students attend Lincoln-douglas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Lincoln-douglas Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln-douglas Elementary School?
Lincoln-douglas Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln-douglas Elementary School offer ?
Lincoln-douglas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Lincoln-douglas Elementary School part of?
Lincoln-douglas Elementary School is part of Freeport SD 145 School District.
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