Serving 488 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lincoln K-8 District-wide School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln K-8 District-wide School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lincoln K-8 District-wide School's student population of 488 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
488 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Lincoln K-8 District-wide School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln K-8 District-wide School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#210 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%

Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
2%

Asian
9%
7%

Hispanic
5%
12%

Black
8%
12%

White
70%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
36%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln K-8 District-wide School's ranking?
Lincoln K-8 District-wide School is ranked #210 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Lincoln K-8 District-wide School often compared to?
Lincoln K-8 District-wide Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Friedell Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Lincoln K-8 District-wide School?
488 students attend Lincoln K-8 District-wide School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Lincoln K-8 District-wide School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln K-8 District-wide School?
Lincoln K-8 District-wide School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln K-8 District-wide School offer ?
Lincoln K-8 District-wide School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Lincoln K-8 District-wide School part of?
Lincoln K-8 District-wide School is part of Rochester Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln K-8 District-wide School located?
Lincoln K-8 District-wide School is located in the Slatterly Park neighborhood of Rochester, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in Slatterly Park.
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