Serving 295 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Lincoln Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 295 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lincoln Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
73%
28%
Black
19%
16%
White
7%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lincoln Elementary School often compared to?
Lincoln Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alcott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?
295 students attend Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Lincoln Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Elementary School?
Lincoln Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lincoln Elementary School offer ?
Lincoln Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Lincoln Elementary School part of?
Lincoln Elementary School is part of Cook County SD 130 School District.
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