Serving 366 students in grades 5-8, Lincoln Park Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Park Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Lincoln Park Middle School's student population of 366 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
366 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln Park Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Park Middle School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#424 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
23%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
66%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Park Middle School's ranking?
Lincoln Park Middle School is ranked #424 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Park Middle School?
366 students attend Lincoln Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Lincoln Park Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Park Middle School?
Lincoln Park Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lincoln Park Middle School offer ?
Lincoln Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Park Middle School part of?
Lincoln Park Middle School is part of Lincoln Park School District.
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