Serving 730 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lincoln Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 730 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln Elementary School serves the southern part of Columbus, OH, with an attendance zone covering approximately 3.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 730 students has grown by 79% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
730 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1409 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Elementary School is ranked #1409 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Lincoln Elementary School often compared to?
Lincoln Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like High Point Elementary School, Blacklick Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?
730 students attend Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Lincoln Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Elementary School?
Lincoln Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
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 Gahanna-Jefferson City School District.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln Elementary School located?
Lincoln Elementary School is located in the Hunters Ridge neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Hunters Ridge.
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