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#747 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 37% in state

Lincoln Elementary School

Elementary School · Prescott Unified District (4466)

201 PARK AVE, Prescott, AZ 86303

Enrollment

290

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#747 of 2,006

In Prescott

#7 of 16

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

Prescott Unified District (4466)

Academic performance

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Lincoln Elementary School

7.0/10

Elementary School in Prescott · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.4/10

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5.0/10

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About Lincoln Elementary School

Lincoln Elementary School is a public elementary school in Prescott, AZ, part of Prescott Unified District (4466). Lincoln Elementary School serves approximately 290 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #747 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

56% 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 Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+9.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,182
Chronic Absenteeism55.5%

Lincoln Elementary School — Students at Lincoln Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.9% (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
62%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
52%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Lincoln Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
63th percentile in AZ
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
6.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
55.5%

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

201 PARK AVE, Prescott, AZ 86303

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Skyview School (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Abia Judd Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Prescott, see our Prescott schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.1 mi
School Distance Rating
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Prescott 0.3 mi 8.4
Prescott Mile High Middle School Prescott 0.4 mi 5.0
Northpoint Expeditionary Learning Academy Prescott 0.8 mi 6.8
Discovery Gardens Preschool Prescott 0.7 mi 6.2
Genesis Academy Prescott 0.7 mi
CEDAR TREE MONTESSORI INC Prescott 0.7 mi
La Tierra Community School Prescott 0.8 mi 7.3
Skyview School Prescott 1.2 mi 8.3
MIJTED - Prescott High School Prescott 1.5 mi
Prescott High School Prescott 1.5 mi 6.1
PRIMAVERA SCHOOL Prescott 1.6 mi 5.2
Mountain Oak Charter School Prescott 2.0 mi 6.3
Taylor Hicks School Prescott 2.2 mi 7.3
Abia Judd Elementary School Prescott 2.5 mi 7.9
Granite Mountain Middle School Prescott 2.6 mi 5.5
Willow Creek Charter School Prescott 2.7 mi 6.6
PRESCOTT ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Prescott 3.7 mi
TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Prescott 4.1 mi 5.4
BASIS Prescott Prescott 4.3 mi 8.5
Aspire High School Prescott 7.1 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 86303 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,656

Median Home Value

$502,400

Median Rent

$1,309/mo

Population

19,611

College Educated

41.2%

Homeownership

68.7%

Avg Commute

18.3 min

Poverty Rate

13.7%

Median Age

58.7

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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 Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?

Lincoln Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 290 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary School is 15.3:1. 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 #747 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Lincoln Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% 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
88 Very Walkable
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Yavapai County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
55.5%

District

Prescott Unified District (4466)
District Enrollment
3,887
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,182
District Rank
#3 of 7

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