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Below Average

#1546 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Lincoln Elementary School

Elementary School · Mesa Unified District (4235)

930 S SIRRINE, Mesa, AZ 85210

Enrollment

607

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,546 of 2,006

In Mesa

#96 of 129

public schools

In district

#54 of 76

Mesa Unified District (4235)

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Lincoln Elementary School

4.9/10

Elementary School in Mesa · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Burke Basic School

5.5/10

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3.1/10

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About Lincoln Elementary School

Lincoln Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mesa, AZ, part of Mesa Unified District (4235). Lincoln Elementary School serves approximately 607 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,546 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Lincoln Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-13.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,121
Chronic Absenteeism42%

Lincoln Elementary School — Students at Lincoln Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
60%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
24%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
18%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
18%
ELA
20%
2022
Math
21%
ELA
26%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.9/10.

How Lincoln Elementary School Compares

See how Lincoln Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
23th percentile in AZ
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

930 S SIRRINE, Mesa, AZ 85210

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HEARTWOOD MONTESSORI (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lowell Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mesa, see our Mesa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Burke Basic School Mesa 0.4 mi 5.5
Mesa Arts Academy Mesa 0.6 mi 3.1
Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus Mesa 0.8 mi 8.3
New Horizon School for the Performing Arts Mesa 0.8 mi 3.0
Holmes Elementary School Mesa 0.8 mi 3.7
Heritage Academy Mesa 1.2 mi 7.5
Sequoia Choice School Arizona Distance Learning School Mesa 1.1 mi 4.9
Edkey Inc. - Sequoia Deaf School Mesa 1.1 mi 6.4
Sequoia Charter School Mesa 1.1 mi 4.2
International Commerce High School MCG Tempe 1.3 mi
Redbird Elementary School Mesa 1.2 mi 3.9
East Valley Academy Mesa 1.2 mi 3.6
Lowell Elementary School Mesa 1.3 mi 7.4
QUEEN OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mesa 1.5 mi 5.4
Early Education Center Mesa 1.5 mi 4.6
HEARTWOOD MONTESSORI Mesa 1.6 mi 8.2
Concordia Charter School Mesa 1.7 mi 7.1
Lindbergh Elementary School Mesa 1.5 mi 5.0
STEP UP SCHOOL Mesa 1.8 mi 4.2
Guerrero Elementary School Mesa 1.6 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,680

Median Home Value

$301,600

Median Rent

$1,383/mo

Population

39,941

College Educated

24.8%

Homeownership

46.6%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

15.4%

Median Age

31.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln Elementary School

What grades does Lincoln Elementary School serve?

Lincoln Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?

Lincoln Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 607 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary School is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lincoln Elementary School rank in AZ?

Lincoln Elementary School ranks #1,546 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Lincoln Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Lincoln Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lincoln Elementary School a charter school?

No, Lincoln Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lincoln Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Lincoln Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
607
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.0%

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