Serving 851 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lincoln Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 851 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 851 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
851 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Lincoln Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#66 out of 3426 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)61%
28%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
30%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
6%

Hispanic
9%
28%

Black
10%
16%

White
58%
45%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
3%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Elementary School is ranked #66 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lincoln Elementary School often compared to?
Lincoln Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mayer Elementary School, Alcott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?
851 students attend Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Lincoln Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Elementary School?
Lincoln Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln Elementary School offer ?
Lincoln Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Lincoln Elementary School part of?
Lincoln Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln Elementary School located?
Lincoln Elementary School is located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Lincoln Park.
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