Best Schools in Lincoln, Delaware
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$276,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$276,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $66,929
- Median home value
- $276,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 14%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 82%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lincoln compares
Median household income
$67k
78% of Delaware median
About Schools in Lincoln, Delaware
Lincoln, Delaware is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Lincoln show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Lincoln is Morris (evelyn I.) Early Childhood with a composite score of 6.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lincoln is served by 1 school district: Milford School District. These districts collectively serve 4,595 students.
Lincoln's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,929. The poverty rate in the area is 7.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 458 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 6.2 |
Schools in Lincoln
Lincoln, Delaware · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$66,929
Median Home Value
$276,200
Median Rent
$1,306/mo
Population
7,083
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Community Profile
Lincoln has a median household income of $66,929. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $276,200, with a median rent of $1,306/month. The local poverty rate of 7.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Delaware
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Lincoln, Delaware
How many schools are in Lincoln, Delaware?
Lincoln has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lincoln, Delaware?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lincoln is 6.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
How many school districts serve Lincoln, Delaware?
Lincoln is served by 1 school district: Milford School District.
What is the education level in Lincoln, Delaware?
According to Census data, 14% of adults in Lincoln have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lincoln, Delaware?
The median household income in Lincoln is approximately $66,929 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lincoln, Delaware?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lincoln is 12.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lincoln, Delaware?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Delaware Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.