Serving 738 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lincoln Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 738 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln Elementary serves the southern part of the Lancaster, CA school district, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 738 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
738 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Lincoln Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9123 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
57%
56%
Black
36%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Elementary School is ranked #9123 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?
738 students attend Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Lincoln Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Elementary School?
Lincoln Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
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 Lancaster Elementary School District.
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