Serving 358 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Lincoln Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 358 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lincoln Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#82 out of 3663 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
10%
27%
Black
4%
17%
White
66%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Elementary School is ranked #82 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lincoln Elementary School often compared to?
Lincoln Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mayer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?
358 students attend Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Lincoln Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Elementary School?
Lincoln Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lincoln Elementary School offer ?
Lincoln Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Lincoln Elementary School part of?
Lincoln Elementary School is part of River Forest SD 90 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School Year, Dismissal if no emergency days are used)
June 06, 2024 (Thursday)
First Day of Class for Students
August 21, 2024 (Wednesday)
Last Day of Class Before Winter Break (Dismissal
December 20, 2024 (Friday)
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