Serving 252 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lincoln School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lincoln School's student population of 252 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1589 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
44%
13%
White
31%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln School's ranking?
Lincoln School is ranked #1589 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Lincoln School?
252 students attend Lincoln School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Lincoln School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln School?
Lincoln School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lincoln School offer ?
Lincoln School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln School part of?
Lincoln School is part of Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation School District.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln School located?
Lincoln School is located in the Baptisttown neighborhood of Evansville, IN.
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