Serving 281 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lincoln Central Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Lincoln Central Elementary School's student population of 281 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lincoln Central Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Central Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#427 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
83%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Central Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Central Elementary School is ranked #427 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Lincoln Central Elementary School often compared to?
Lincoln Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Community Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Central Elementary School?
281 students attend Lincoln Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Lincoln Central Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Central Elementary School?
Lincoln Central Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln Central Elementary School offer ?
Lincoln Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Lincoln Central Elementary School part of?
Lincoln Central Elementary School is part of Cherryvale School District.
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