Lincoln Middle School

164 Centennial Ave.
Meriden, CT 06450
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 684 students in grades 6-8, Lincoln Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 684 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 83%
  • : Bottom 50% in CT
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

School Overview

Lincoln Middle School's student population of 684 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
684 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers

School Rankings

Lincoln Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Middle School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CT)
#677 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
24%
41%
40%
50%
24%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
68%
32%
Black
9%
12%
White
17%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.50
(22-23)
24.6%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Leopards

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lincoln Middle School's ranking?
Lincoln Middle School is ranked #677 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Middle School?
684 students attend Lincoln Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lincoln Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
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 Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lincoln Middle School offer ?
Lincoln Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lincoln Middle School part of?
Lincoln Middle School is part of Meriden School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 684 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 83%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

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