Serving 722 students in grades 7-8, Lincoln Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln Middle School's student population of 722 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
722 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Rankings
Lincoln Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1458 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
66%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
28%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Middle School's ranking?
Lincoln Middle School is ranked #1458 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Middle School?
722 students attend Lincoln Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Lincoln Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Middle School?
Lincoln Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lincoln Middle School offer ?
Lincoln Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Middle School part of?
Lincoln Middle School is part of Kearny School District.
School Reviews
4 11/13/2020
The principals were great when I attended this school. The student president was elected based on popularity. The security is mediocre. The counselors are mostly dealing with gossip or doing nothing. But it was ok
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