Lincoln Elementary School

1260 Gresham St
Bethlehem, PA 18017
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 355 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lincoln Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 355 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 79%
  • : Bottom 50% in PA
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Btm 50%)
  • : Lincoln Elementary School serves the southwest part of Bethlehem, PA, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.6 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 355 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
355 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Calendar
School Motto
INSPIRING LIFELONG LEARNERS AND LEADERS, ONE PERSON AT A TIME.

School Rankings

Lincoln Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
#2193 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

15-19%
38%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

40-44%
55%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

50-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
66%
16%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
10%
14%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
21%
60%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
79%
0.52

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
18%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
59%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lincoln Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Elementary School is ranked #2193 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Lincoln Elementary School often compared to?
Lincoln Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Garden Elementary School, Marvine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?
355 students attend Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Lincoln Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 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 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln Elementary School offer ?
Lincoln Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Elementary School part of?
Lincoln Elementary School is part of Bethlehem Area School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 355 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 79%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Btm 50%)
  • : Lincoln Elementary School serves the southwest part of Bethlehem, PA, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.6 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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