Serving 868 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lincoln Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 868 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln Elementary School serves the northeast part of Chicago, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 1.1 square miles, where most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 0.8 miles, with the furthest point being 1.4 miles away.
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 868 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
868 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln Elementary School ranks within the top 5% 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 0.60, 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
#40 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-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 #40 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lincoln Elementary School often compared to?
Lincoln Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mayer Elementary School, Alcott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?
868 students attend Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Lincoln Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Elementary School?
Lincoln Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, 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 Kindergarten-8
What school district is Lincoln Elementary School part of?
Lincoln Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln Elementary School located?
Lincoln Elementary School is located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Lincoln Park.
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