Serving 80 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Lincoln Developmental Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Developmental Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lincoln Developmental Center's student population of 80 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
80 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lincoln Developmental Center ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Developmental Center is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1500 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
14%
18%
White
61%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
49%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Developmental Center's ranking?
Lincoln Developmental Center is ranked #1500 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincoln Developmental Center?
The graduation rate of Lincoln Developmental Center is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Lincoln Developmental Center?
80 students attend Lincoln Developmental Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Lincoln Developmental Center students are White, 14% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Developmental Center?
Lincoln Developmental Center has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lincoln Developmental Center offer ?
Lincoln Developmental Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Developmental Center part of?
Lincoln Developmental Center is part of Kent Independent School District.
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