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Lincoln Elementary School

Elementary School · Nogales Unified District (4457)

310 W PLUM ST, Nogales, AZ 85621

Enrollment

414

Student-Teacher

17.2:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,094 of 2,006

In Nogales

#6 of 13

public schools

In district

#4 of 11

Nogales Unified District (4457)

Academic performance

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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6.1/10

Elementary School in Nogales · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lincoln Elementary School

Lincoln Elementary School is a public elementary school in Nogales, AZ, part of Nogales Unified District (4457). Lincoln Elementary School serves approximately 414 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,094 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

57% 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 Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)16% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,157
Chronic Absenteeism56.8%

Lincoln Elementary School — Students at Lincoln Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 46.2% (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
47%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
23%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
22%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Lincoln Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
46th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
56.8%

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

310 W PLUM ST, Nogales, AZ 85621

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mexicayotl Charter School (rated 9.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Little Red Schoolhouse (rated 8.5/10, 4.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Robert Bracker Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 4.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nogales, see our Nogales schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Colegio Petite Arizona Phoenix 0.3 mi 5.6
EdOptions Preparatory Academy Tempe 0.6 mi 4.9
A J Mitchell Elementary School Nogales 0.7 mi 4.2
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Nogales 0.8 mi 5.2
Pierson High School Nogales 0.8 mi 6.4
NUSD Online Nogales 0.8 mi 5.1
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Nogales 0.9 mi 4.8
Wade Carpenter Middle School Nogales 0.9 mi 3.2
LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Nogales 1.1 mi 4.5
Mary L Welty Elementary School Nogales 1.5 mi 5.4
Pinnacle Charter High School Tempe 1.8 mi 5.7
Mexicayotl Charter School Nogales 1.8 mi 9.7
Nogales High School Nogales 2.0 mi 6.6
Challenger Elementary School Nogales 2.1 mi 5.2
SONSHINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Nogales 2.2 mi 5.1
Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School Nogales 2.9 mi 6.1
Little Red Schoolhouse Nogales 4.5 mi 8.5
Desert Shadows Middle School Nogales 4.7 mi 5.1
Robert Bracker Elementary Nogales 4.8 mi 7.3
Calabasas School Rio Rico 6.9 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85621 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,309

Median Home Value

$173,600

Median Rent

$700/mo

Population

21,512

College Educated

18.5%

Homeownership

50.7%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

25%

Median Age

37.5

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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 5th.

How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?

Lincoln Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 414 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary School is 17.2:1. 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 #1,094 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Lincoln Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% 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
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Santa Cruz County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
56.8%

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