Serving 465 students in grades 6-8, Lincoln Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln MS serves the northeast part of Lancaster, PA, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln Middle School's student population of 465 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
465 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2310 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
63%
16%
Black
18%
14%
White
10%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Middle School's ranking?
Lincoln Middle School is ranked #2310 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Lincoln Middle School often compared to?
Lincoln Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Middle School?
465 students attend Lincoln Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Lincoln Middle School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Middle School?
Lincoln Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
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 Lancaster School District.
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