Serving 749 students in grades 6-8, Lincoln Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln Middle School serves the southern part of Park Ridge, IL, covering an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the school's edge and a maximum of 1.9 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lincoln Middle School's student population of 749 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
749 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1964
School Motto
Together We Discover, Learn, Grow & Care
School Rankings
Lincoln Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#460 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
30%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Middle School's ranking?
Lincoln Middle School is ranked #460 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Middle School?
749 students attend Lincoln Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Lincoln Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Middle School?
Lincoln Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln Middle School offer ?
Lincoln Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lincoln Middle School part of?
Lincoln Middle School is part of Park Ridge CCSD 64 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
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