Serving 654 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lincoln Charter School 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 6% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lincoln Charter School's student population of 654 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lincoln Charter School 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 Lincoln Charter School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2582 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
57%
14%
Black
28%
14%
White
5%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Charter School's ranking?
Lincoln Charter School is ranked #2582 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Lincoln Charter School often compared to?
Lincoln Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like York Academy Regional Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Charter School?
654 students attend Lincoln Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Lincoln Charter School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Charter School?
Lincoln Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln Charter School offer ?
Lincoln Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Lincoln Charter School part of?
Lincoln Charter School is part of Lincoln Charter School District.
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