Serving 589 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Abraham Lincoln Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 589 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abraham Lincoln Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#520 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
16%
28%
Black
13%
16%
White
56%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abraham Lincoln Elementary School's ranking?
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School is ranked #520 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Abraham Lincoln Elementary School?
589 students attend Abraham Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Abraham Lincoln Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Abraham Lincoln Elementary School?
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Abraham Lincoln Elementary School offer ?
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Abraham Lincoln Elementary School part of?
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School is part of Oak Park ESD 97 School District.
School Calendar
View the Abraham Lincoln Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - D97 Schools/Offices Closed
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Winter Break - D97 Schools Closed
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break - D97 Schools Closed
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School for Students
June 04, 2025 (Wednesday)
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