Serving 350 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Lincoln School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Lincoln School's student population of 350 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lincoln School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1043 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
38%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
54%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln School's ranking?
Lincoln School is ranked #1043 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lincoln School often compared to?
Lincoln Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Elementary School, Joseph K. Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Lincoln School?
350 students attend Lincoln School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Lincoln School students are White, 38% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln School?
Lincoln School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lincoln School offer ?
Lincoln School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7
What school district is Lincoln School part of?
Lincoln School is part of Sault Ste. Marie Area Schools School District.
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