Serving 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Lincoln Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln Elementary serves the southeast part of Little Falls, MN, covering an area of approximately 235.7 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 17.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 477 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Elementary School is 0.15, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1468 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
92%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Elementary School is ranked #1468 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Lincoln Elementary School often compared to?
Lincoln Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lindbergh Elementary School, Knight Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?
477 students attend Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Lincoln Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Elementary School?
Lincoln Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln Elementary School offer ?
Lincoln Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Elementary School part of?
Lincoln Elementary School is part of Little Falls Community Schools.
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