Serving 588 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lincoln-douglas Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois 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% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln-douglas Elementary School's student population of 588 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lincoln-douglas Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln-douglas Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1209 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
5%
27%
Black
6%
17%
White
78%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln-douglas Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln-douglas Elementary School is ranked #1209 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lincoln-douglas Elementary School?
588 students attend Lincoln-douglas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Lincoln-douglas Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln-douglas Elementary School?
Lincoln-douglas Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lincoln-douglas Elementary School offer ?
Lincoln-douglas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lincoln-douglas Elementary School part of?
Lincoln-douglas Elementary School is part of Quincy SD 172 School District.
School Calendar
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NO SCHOOL-THANKSGIVING BREAK
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
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