Serving 306 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lincoln International Studies School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln International Studies School's student population of 306 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every child. Every opportunity. Every time.
School Rankings
Lincoln International Studies School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln International Studies School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2909 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2000–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
4%
Showing 1996–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
53%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln International Studies School's ranking?
Lincoln International Studies School is ranked #2909 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lincoln International Studies School often compared to?
Lincoln International Studies Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edison Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Lincoln International Studies School?
306 students attend Lincoln International Studies School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Lincoln International Studies School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln International Studies School?
Lincoln International Studies School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lincoln International Studies School offer ?
Lincoln International Studies School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln International Studies School part of?
Lincoln International Studies School is part of Kalamazoo School District.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln International Studies School located?
Lincoln International Studies School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Northside.
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