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#4360 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 46% in state
Lincoln Middle
Middle School · Oceanside Unified
2000 California St., Oceanside, CA 92054
Enrollment
695
Student-Teacher
21.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
695
Student-Teacher
21.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,360 of 9,539
In Oceanside
#6 of 28
public schools
In district
#4 of 23
Oceanside Unified
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Lincoln Middle
Middle School in Oceanside · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lincoln Middle
Lincoln Middle is a public middle school in Oceanside, CA, part of Oceanside Unified. Lincoln Middle serves approximately 695 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 21.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,360 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Middle show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Lincoln Middle runs 21.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
32% of students at Lincoln Middle 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
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Lincoln Middle — Students at Lincoln Middle score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.
How Lincoln Middle Compares
See how Lincoln Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2000 California St., Oceanside, CA 92054
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lincoln Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ARMY & NAVY ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Carlsbad), which scores notably higher. Another option is Buena Vista Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Carlsbad), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARY STAR OF THE SEA SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Oceanside, see our Oceanside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Palmquist Elementary Oceanside | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| OCEANSIDE ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY Oceanside | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Oceanside Adventist Elementary Oceanside | 0.1 mi | — |
| South Oceanside Elementary Oceanside | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Surfside High (Continuation) Oceanside | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Surfside Academy Oceanside | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| St. Mary Star of the Sea Elementary Oceanside | 1.2 mi | — |
| ST MARY STAR OF THE SEA SCHOOL Oceanside | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Mission Elementary Oceanside | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Buena Vista Elementary Carlsbad | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Coastal Sage Montessori Carlsbad | 1.4 mi | — |
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH PRESCHOOL Oceanside | 1.3 mi | — |
| Oceanside Unified School District Adult Transition Program Oceanside | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Jefferson Middle Oceanside | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Oceanside High Oceanside | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| TERI- The Learning Academy Oceanside | 1.7 mi | — |
| TERI, INC. The Country School Oceanside | 1.7 mi | — |
| TERI LEARNING ACADEMY Oceanside | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| TERI, INC. THE COUNTRY SCHOOL Oceanside | 1.8 mi | — |
| ARMY & NAVY ACADEMY Carlsbad | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92054 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,974
Median Home Value
$851,100
Median Rent
$1,847/mo
Population
37,546
College Educated
36.2%
Homeownership
39.3%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
39.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abbott Middle San Mateo, CA | 6.6 |
| Alvarado Intermediate Rowland Heights, CA | 6.6 |
| Bancroft Middle Long Beach, CA | 6.6 |
| Bell Gardens Intermediate Bell Gardens, CA | 6.6 |
| Bernardo Yorba Middle Placentia, CA | 6.6 |
| Christa McAuliffe Middle Stockton, CA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lincoln Middle
What grades does Lincoln Middle serve?
Lincoln Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Lincoln Middle?
Lincoln Middle has an enrollment of approximately 695 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Middle is 21.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lincoln Middle rank in CA?
Lincoln Middle ranks #4,360 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Lincoln Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Lincoln Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Middle has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lincoln Middle a charter school?
No, Lincoln Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lincoln Middle a Title I school?
No, Lincoln Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lincoln Middle?
73.5% of students at Lincoln Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 695
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.5%
- Phone
- (760) 901-8900
Resources & Links
District
Oceanside Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,297
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,136
- District Rank
- #4 of 23
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