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Lincoln Elementary School

Elementary School · PALM BEACH

1160 AVENUE N, Riviera Beach, FL 33404

Enrollment

369

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,476 of 3,778

In Riviera Beach

#6 of 8

public schools

In district

#170 of 221

PALM BEACH

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Lincoln Elementary School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Riviera Beach · 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 Riviera Beach, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Lincoln Elementary School serves approximately 369 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,476 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

55% 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 Data15
Annual Change-0.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.3% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.7% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-18.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-28.5 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-4.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,897
Chronic Absenteeism54.5%

Lincoln Elementary School — Students at Lincoln Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

78.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 46.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 31.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
57%
ELA
46%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
56%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
33%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
38%
2013
ELA
31%
2014
Math
33%
ELA
23%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
19%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
33%
ELA
28.8%
2024
Math
42.3%
ELA
26.7%

* 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
5.5/10
35th percentile in FL
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
6.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
54.5%

Location

1160 AVENUE N, Riviera Beach, FL 33404

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. R J HENDLEY CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WEST RIVIERA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, DR. MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE ELEMENTARY (rated 5.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Riviera Beach, see our Riviera Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
TEEN PARENT PROGRAM - PK Riviera Beach 0.0 mi
POTENTIALS CHARTER SCHOOL Riviera Beach 0.1 mi
SEAGULL ACADEMY Riviera Beach 0.1 mi
WEST RIVIERA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Riviera Beach 0.4 mi 5.8
SUNCOAST COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Riviera Beach 0.7 mi 8.5
DR. MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE ELEMENTARY Riviera Beach 0.7 mi 5.2
JOHN F. KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Riviera Beach 0.8 mi 7.2
R J HENDLEY CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Riviera Beach 1.0 mi 6.5
TIME 2 WIN ACADEMY West Palm Beach 1.0 mi
INLET GROVE COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Riviera Beach 1.1 mi 8.4
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Riviera Beach 1.2 mi 5.1
ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM CENTRAL West Palm Beach 1.3 mi
CAREER ACADEMY OF THE PALM BEACHES Boynton Beach 1.3 mi 5.0
BELIEVERS ACADEMY West Palm Beach 1.3 mi 3.5
BETHEL JUNIOR ACADEMY Riviera Beach 1.3 mi 3.9
OUR SACRED ACADEMY INC. West Palm Beach 1.3 mi
RIVIERA BEACH PREPARATORY & ACHIEVEMENT ACADEMY Riviera Beach 1.3 mi 5.8
PALM BEACH REGIONAL DETENTION CENTER West Palm Beach 1.5 mi 4.4
EPHESUS ADVENTIST ACADEMY West Palm Beach 1.5 mi 5.0
HIGHRIDGE FAMILY CENTER West Palm Beach 1.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,225

Median Home Value

$305,600

Median Rent

$1,507/mo

Population

30,533

College Educated

27.3%

Homeownership

56.4%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

17.7%

Median Age

41.9

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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 369 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary School is 16:1. 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 FL?

Lincoln Elementary School ranks #2,476 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Lincoln Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

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.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lincoln Elementary School?

78.9% of students at Lincoln Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
78.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Palm Beach County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
54.5%

District

PALM BEACH
District Enrollment
189,777
Schools in District
235
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,897
District Rank
#170 of 221

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