Serving 454 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lincoln Memorial Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Memorial Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lincoln Memorial Elementary School's student population of 454 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lincoln Memorial Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Memorial Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#56 out of 1280 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
13%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
2%
7%
White
76%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Memorial Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Memorial Elementary School is ranked #56 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Memorial Elementary School?
454 students attend Lincoln Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Lincoln Memorial Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Memorial Elementary School?
Lincoln Memorial Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln Memorial Elementary School offer ?
Lincoln Memorial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Lincoln Memorial Elementary School part of?
Lincoln Memorial Elementary School is part of Caney Valley School District.
School Reviews
5 1/5/2012
This is a great school. My third grade son has excelled since being enrolled. The staff is always willing to attempt to help with eliminating any problems or concerns that a parent or child may have. Good job n keep up the awesome work.
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