Serving 1,193 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lincoln Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,193 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln Elementary School serves a central area in North Bergen, NJ, encompassing approximately 1.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 1,193 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,193 students
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1484 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
88%
35%
Black
1%
14%
White
9%
37%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Elementary School is ranked #1484 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?
1,193 students attend Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Lincoln Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Elementary School?
Lincoln Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lincoln Elementary School offer ?
Lincoln Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Elementary School part of?
Lincoln Elementary School is part of North Bergen School District.
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