The Lincoln Elementary School is in the Larimer neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Serving 190 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5's student population of 190 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
190 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2424 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
86%
14%
White
3%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5's ranking?
Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 is ranked #2424 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Fulton K-5, Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5?
190 students attend Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5?
Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 offer ?
Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 part of?
Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 located?
Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 is located in the Larimer neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Larimer.
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