Serving 605 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lincoln Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln Elementary School serves the southeast part of Bismarck, ND, covering an attendance zone of approximately 11 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive of the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 1.8 miles, extending up to 3.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 605 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
605 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower Every Learner to Thrive
School Rankings
Lincoln Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#196 out of 449 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
5%
White
87%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Elementary School is ranked #196 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Lincoln Elementary School often compared to?
Lincoln Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rita Murphy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?
605 students attend Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Lincoln Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% 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 higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Lincoln Elementary School offer ?
Lincoln Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lincoln Elementary School part of?
Lincoln Elementary School is part of Bismarck 1 School District.
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