Lincoln Center

Lincoln Center serves 304 students in grades 3-6 as an elementary school in Albia, Iowa, located in Monroe County's remote rural setting. With 22 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.4 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking #165 out of 1,288 Iowa elementary schools, placing it in the 87th percentile statewide.

Students show solid proficiency across core subjects, with 79% meeting or exceeding standards in English Language Arts and reading, and an impressive 80% achieving proficiency in mathematics. These results reflect the school's 8.3 out of 10 academic score. Lincoln Center draws from a stable community where the median household income reaches $75,000 and homeownership remains affordable with median home values at $134,000.

The area maintains a relatively low poverty rate of 10.5%, while 25% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The school sits at 222 N 2nd Street in this close-knit rural community of nearly 6,000 residents, providing students with the benefits of small-town education while maintaining high academic standards.

Located in a rural area, Lincoln Center may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.