Serving 578 students in grades 6-8, Lincoln Jr High 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 29% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lincoln Jr High School's student population of 578 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln Jr High 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 Jr High School is 0.77, which is more 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
#1461 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
31%
6%
Hispanic
18%
27%
Black
13%
17%
White
29%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Jr High School's ranking?
Lincoln Jr High School is ranked #1461 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lincoln Jr High School often compared to?
Lincoln Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kershaw Elementary School, Fairview South Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Jr High School?
578 students attend Lincoln Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Lincoln Jr High School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Jr High School?
Lincoln Jr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lincoln Jr High School offer ?
Lincoln Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lincoln Jr High School part of?
Lincoln Jr High School is part of Skokie SD 69 School District.
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