Serving 775 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 44% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln Middle School's student population of 775 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
775 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Lincoln Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 289 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
#78 out of 289 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
13%
30%
Black
7%
9%
White
71%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Middle School's ranking?
Lincoln Middle School is ranked #78 out of 289 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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?
775 students attend Lincoln Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Lincoln Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% 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 15:1, 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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