Serving 344 students in grades 3-5, Lincoln Upper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln Upper Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Washington, IA, encompassing approximately 207.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln Upper Elementary School's student population of 344 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
344 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Lincoln Upper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Upper Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#937 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
23%
14%
Black
2%
7%
White
70%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Upper Elementary School is ranked #937 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Upper Elementary School?
344 students attend Lincoln Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Lincoln Upper Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Upper Elementary School?
Lincoln Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lincoln Upper Elementary School offer ?
Lincoln Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Upper Elementary School part of?
Lincoln Upper Elementary School is part of Washington Comm School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break-No School
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Preschool Last Day
May 20, 2027 (Thursday)
Early Dismissal-Last Day of School
May 26, 2027 (Wednesday)
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