Serving 653 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, South Lincoln School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Lincoln School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Lincoln School's student population of 653 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
653 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Lincoln School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Lincoln School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#361 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
5%
21%
White
87%
57%
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
43%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Lincoln School's ranking?
South Lincoln School is ranked #361 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are South Lincoln School often compared to?
South Lincoln Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ralph Askins School, Highland Rim School, Flintville School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend South Lincoln School?
653 students attend South Lincoln School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of South Lincoln School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Lincoln School?
South Lincoln School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Lincoln School offer ?
South Lincoln School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is South Lincoln School part of?
South Lincoln School is part of Lincoln County School District.
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