Serving 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lincoln School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln School serves the northwest part of Saint Joseph, MI, covering an area of approximately 3.6 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lincoln School's student population of 423 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
423 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln School is 0.45, which is less 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
#496 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
10%
18%
White
73%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln School's ranking?
Lincoln School is ranked #496 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lincoln School often compared to?
Lincoln Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brown School, Clarke School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Lincoln School?
423 students attend Lincoln School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Lincoln School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln School?
Lincoln School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lincoln School offer ?
Lincoln School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Lincoln School part of?
Lincoln School is part of St. Joseph School District.
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