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#613 of 1,280 schools in IA
Top 48% in state
Lincoln Elementary School
Elementary School · Iowa City Comm School District
300 Teeters Court, Iowa City, IA 52246
Enrollment
231
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
231
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#613 of 1,280
In Iowa City
#6 of 17
public schools
In district
#12 of 29
Iowa City Comm School District
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Lincoln Elementary School
Lincoln Elementary School is a public elementary school in Iowa City, IA, part of Iowa City Comm School District. Lincoln Elementary School serves approximately 231 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #613 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Elementary School show 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- IA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Lincoln Elementary School — Students at Lincoln Elementary School score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.2/10.
How Lincoln Elementary School Compares
See how Lincoln Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
300 Teeters Court, Iowa City, IA 52246
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lincoln Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wickham Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Coralville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Horace Mann Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mark Twain Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Iowa City, see our Iowa City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ernest Horn Elementary School Iowa City | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Central Elementary School Coralville | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Horace Mann Elementary School Iowa City | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Bohumil Shimek Elementary School Iowa City | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| West Senior High School Iowa City | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF IOWA CITY Coralville | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Northwest Junior High School Coralville | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Kirkwood Elementary School Coralville | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Longfellow Elementary School Iowa City | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| HILLSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Coralville | 2.3 mi | — |
| FAITH ACADEMY Iowa City | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Iowa City | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| ICCSD PK-12 Online Learning Program Iowa City | 2.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Wickham Elementary Coralville | 3.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Iowa City High School Iowa City | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Norman Borlaug Elementary School Coralville | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| REGINA CATHOLIC EDUCATION CENTER Iowa City | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| REGINA CATHOLIC EDUCATION CENTER Iowa City | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Weber Elementary Iowa City | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
| PURPLE BLOOM SCHOOL LLC Coralville | 3.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52246 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,088
Median Home Value
$327,100
Median Rent
$1,049/mo
Population
21,944
College Educated
66.7%
Homeownership
43.2%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
25.8%
Median Age
28.7
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|---|---|
| Clark Elementary School Le Mars, IA | 6.6 |
| Eldora-New Providence Elementary School Eldora, IA | 6.6 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dyersville, IA | 6.6 |
| ST MATTHEW SCHOOL Cedar Rapids, IA | 6.6 |
| AQUIN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cascade, IA | 6.5 |
| Buffalo Elementary School Buffalo, IA | 6.5 |
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 6th.
How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?
Lincoln Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 231 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary School is 16.5:1. 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 IA?
Lincoln Elementary School ranks #613 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Lincoln Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lincoln Elementary School 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 Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Elementary School has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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?
32.5% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 231
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Johnson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.9%
- Phone
- (319) 688-1130
Resources & Links
District
Iowa City Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 14,776
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,391
- District Rank
- #12 of 29
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