Serving 647 students in grades 4-7, Lincoln Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-7
- Enrollment: 647 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Hibbing, MN school district, encompassing approximately 342 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 11.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 22.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lincoln Middle School's student population of 647 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
647 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Middle School is 0.30, 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
#379 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Middle School's ranking?
Lincoln Middle School is ranked #379 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Lincoln Middle School often compared to?
Lincoln Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Merritt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Middle School?
647 students attend Lincoln Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Lincoln Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Middle School?
Lincoln Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln Middle School offer ?
Lincoln Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Middle School part of?
Lincoln Middle School is part of Hibbing Public School District.
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