Serving 621 students in grades 6-8, Lincoln Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln Middle serves the southern part of its school district in Oceanside, CA, covering an area of approximately 5.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the school from the zone's edge, while the furthest point is about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln Middle School's student population of 621 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
621 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6241 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
61%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
28%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Middle School's ranking?
Lincoln Middle School is ranked #6241 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lincoln Middle School often compared to?
Lincoln Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Middle School, Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School, Cesar Chavez Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Middle School?
621 students attend Lincoln Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Lincoln Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Middle School?
Lincoln Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
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 Oceanside Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln Middle School located?
Lincoln Middle School is located in the Fire Mountain neighborhood of Oceanside, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Fire Mountain.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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