Serving 304 students in grades 3-6, Lincoln Center ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lincoln Center's student population of 304 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln Center ranks within the top 20% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Center is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#239 out of 1233 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
64%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
70%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a

Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
4%
13%

Black
1%
7%

White
93%
71%

Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
36%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Center's ranking?
Lincoln Center is ranked #239 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Center?
304 students attend Lincoln Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Lincoln Center students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Center?
Lincoln Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lincoln Center offer ?
Lincoln Center offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Center part of?
Lincoln Center is part of Albia Comm School District.
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