Serving 469 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 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- 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 469 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 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 0.58. 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
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
8%
12%
White
70%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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 Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elementary 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?
469 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 Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 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 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
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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