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Lincoln Middle School

1565 S 4th St
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 491 students in grades 6-8, Lincoln Middle 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 13% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 491 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Bottom 50% in OR
  • : 13% (Btm 50%)
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

School Overview

Lincoln Middle School's student population of 491 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Children Come First

School Rankings

Lincoln Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OR)
#972 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
13%
31%
36%
44%
20-24%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
75%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.41
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lincoln Middle School's ranking?
Lincoln Middle School is ranked #972 out of 1,174 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Middle School?
491 students attend Lincoln Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Lincoln Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Middle School?
Lincoln Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lincoln Middle School offer ?
Lincoln Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Middle School part of?
Lincoln Middle School is part of South Lane SD 45j3 School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 491 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 13% (Btm 50%)
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

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