Serving 186 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 serves the northeast part of Pittsburgh, PA, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5's student population of 186 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
186 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2424 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
84%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
60%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5's ranking?
Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 is ranked #2424 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Fulton K-5, Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5?
186 students attend Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5?
Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 offer ?
Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 part of?
Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 located?
Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 is located in the Larimer neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Larimer.
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