Serving 390 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lincoln Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 390 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#311 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
15%
28%
Black
17%
16%
White
49%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Elementary School is ranked #311 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lincoln Elementary School often compared to?
Lincoln Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dewey Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?
390 students attend Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Lincoln Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Elementary School?
Lincoln Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln Elementary School offer ?
Lincoln Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lincoln Elementary School part of?
Lincoln Elementary School is part of Evanston CCSD 65 School District.
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