Serving 484 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Lincoln School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lincoln School's student population of 484 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Lincoln School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln School is 0.61, 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
#272 out of 2201 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
22%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
57%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln School's ranking?
Lincoln School is ranked #272 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lincoln School often compared to?
Lincoln Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School, Washington School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lincoln School?
484 students attend Lincoln School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Lincoln School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln School?
Lincoln School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lincoln School offer ?
Lincoln School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln School part of?
Lincoln School is part of Rutherford School District.
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