Serving 646 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Lincoln Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln Elementary serves the southern part of Salinas, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Most students live within a short 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 646 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
646 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Lincoln Elementary School ranks within the top 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 0.17, 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
#3710 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
91%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
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 #3710 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lincoln Elementary School often compared to?
Lincoln Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mission Park Elementary School, Boronda Meadows by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?
646 students attend Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Lincoln Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Elementary School?
Lincoln Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, 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-6
What school district is Lincoln Elementary School part of?
Lincoln Elementary School is part of Salinas City Elementary School District.
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