Serving 217 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lincoln Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln Elementary School serves the northern part of Iowa City, IA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the farthest edge being about 4.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 217 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
217 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1926
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#217 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
20%
7%
White
55%
70%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.4%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Elementary School is ranked #217 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Lincoln Elementary School often compared to?
Lincoln Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wickham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?
217 students attend Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Lincoln Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Elementary School?
Lincoln Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lincoln Elementary School offer ?
Lincoln Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lincoln Elementary School part of?
Lincoln Elementary School is part of Iowa City Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln Elementary School located?
Lincoln Elementary School is located in the Lincoln neighborhood of Iowa City, IA.
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