Serving 467 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lincoln Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln Elementary School serves the northern part of Hoffman Estates, IL, with an attendance zone that covers approximately 2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, and the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 0.9 miles, reaching up to 1.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 467 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
467 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1582 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
56%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Elementary School is ranked #1582 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?
467 students attend Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Lincoln Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Elementary School?
Lincoln Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln Elementary School offer ?
Lincoln Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Lincoln Elementary School part of?
Lincoln Elementary School is part of School District U-46.
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