Serving 793 students in grades 6-8, Lincoln Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 793 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Berwyn, IL school district, covering approximately 1.3 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln Middle School's student population of 793 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
793 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Motto
Dedicated to achieving personal, academic, and civic potential
School Rankings
Lincoln Middle School ranks within the top 50% 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 0.33, 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
#1760 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
81%
29%
Black
12%
16%
White
5%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #1760 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lincoln Middle School often compared to?
Lincoln Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Trails Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Middle School?
793 students attend Lincoln Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lincoln Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Middle School?
Lincoln Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher 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 Berwyn North SD 98 School District.
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