Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lincoln Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lincoln Park Elementary School's student population of 465 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
465 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lincoln Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Park Elementary School is 0.76, which is more 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
#973 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
4%
Hispanic
32%
25%
Black
12%
3%
White
30%
59%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Park Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Park Elementary School is ranked #973 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Park Elementary School?
465 students attend Lincoln Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Lincoln Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Park Elementary School?
Lincoln Park Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lincoln Park Elementary School offer ?
Lincoln Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lincoln Park Elementary School part of?
Lincoln Park Elementary School is part of David Douglas SD 40 School District.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln Park Elementary School located?
Lincoln Park Elementary School is located in the Hazelwood neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 5 other public schools located in Hazelwood.
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