Serving 773 students in grades 6-8, Lincoln Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 773 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Lincoln, RI school district, covering approximately 19 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is 3.2 miles, with the furthest edge being 4.8 miles away, typically resulting in a drive of 5-10 minutes for most families.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln Middle School's student population of 773 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
773 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
Campus Size
15 acres
School Motto
Dedicated To Excellence In Education
School Rankings
Lincoln Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Middle School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#82 out of 287 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Middle School's ranking?
Lincoln Middle School is ranked #82 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Middle School?
773 students attend Lincoln Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Lincoln Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Middle School?
Lincoln Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln Middle School offer ?
Lincoln Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Middle School part of?
Lincoln Middle School is part of Lincoln School District.
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