Serving 342 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Lincoln School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher 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 49% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln School serves the northeast part of Sault Sainte Marie, MI, covering an area of approximately 80.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 16 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln School's student population of 342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
342 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
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 0.59, 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
#993 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
39%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
51%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 #993 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 Washington Elementary School, Joseph K. Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Lincoln School?
342 students attend Lincoln School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Lincoln School students are White, 39% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
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-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln School part of?
Lincoln School is part of Sault Ste. Marie Area Schools.
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