Lincoln School

500 Elkenburg St
South Haven, MI 49090
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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6/
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Top 50%
Serving 251 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Lincoln School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 251 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • : Top 50% in MI
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : Lincoln School serves the northern part of South Haven, MI, covering an area of approximately 34.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.2 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Lincoln School's student population of 251 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
251 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

School Rankings

Lincoln School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln School is 0.56, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1491 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

40-49%
35%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

30-39%
45%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
1%
1%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
11%
9%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
11%
18%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
63%
63%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
14%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
37%
0.56

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
28.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
45%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
Integrity | Collaboration | Accountability | Respect | Excellence
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lincoln School's ranking?
Lincoln School is ranked #1491 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lincoln School often compared to?
Lincoln Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maple Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Lincoln School?
251 students attend Lincoln School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Lincoln School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln School?
Lincoln School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lincoln School offer ?
Lincoln School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lincoln School part of?
Lincoln School is part of South Haven School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 251 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : Lincoln School serves the northern part of South Haven, MI, covering an area of approximately 34.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.2 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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