Lincoln Middle School is a middle school in the Deering Center neighborhood of Portland, Maine. The school is located on Stevens Avenue. The new principal of the school as of the 2022–2023 school year is Aris Ayala. Lincoln Middle school is divided into houses, 2 for each grade.
Serving 200 students in grades 5-8, Lincoln Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Lincoln Middle School's student population of 200 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
200 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Lincoln Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (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
#369 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
83%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Middle School's ranking?
Lincoln Middle School is ranked #369 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Middle School?
200 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 Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Middle School?
Lincoln Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lincoln Middle School offer ?
Lincoln Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Middle School part of?
Lincoln Middle School is part of Oakland SD 1 School District.
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