Serving 971 students in grades 6-8, Lincoln Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher 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 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 971 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln Middle serves the southeast part of Alameda, CA, covering an area of approximately 6.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 4.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lincoln Middle School's student population of 971 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
971 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Middle School is 0.74, which is more 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
#804 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
34%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
31%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
22%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Middle School's ranking?
Lincoln Middle School is ranked #804 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lincoln Middle School often compared to?
Lincoln Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Will C. Wood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Middle School?
971 students attend Lincoln Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Lincoln Middle School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Middle School?
Lincoln Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lincoln Middle School offer ?
Lincoln Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lincoln Middle School part of?
Lincoln Middle School is part of Alameda Unified School District.
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