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#1050 of 1,280 schools in IA

Lincoln Elementary School

Elementary School · Mount Pleasant Comm School District

400 East Madison Street, Mount Pleasant, IA 52641

Enrollment

211

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Iowa schools

#1,050 of 1,280

In Mount Pleasant

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Mount Pleasant Comm School District

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Lincoln Elementary School

4.7/10

Elementary School in Mount Pleasant · grades Kindergarten – 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 Mount Pleasant, IA, part of Mount Pleasant Comm School District. Lincoln Elementary School serves approximately 211 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,050 of 1,280 schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Elementary School show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • IA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency70% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,739
Chronic Absenteeism23.2%

Lincoln Elementary School — Students at Lincoln Elementary School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IA EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 80.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 77.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from IA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
72%

* 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: 2.5/10.

How Lincoln Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.7/10
18th percentile in IA
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.2%

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

400 East Madison Street, Mount Pleasant, IA 52641

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Salem Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Mt. Pleasant), which scores notably higher. Another option is Danville Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 14.0 miles away, in nearby Danville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Morning Sun Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 18.1 miles away, in nearby Morning Sun), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Pleasant, see our Mount Pleasant schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.3 mi
School Distance Rating
WisdomQuest Education Center Mount Pleasant 0.3 mi
Mount Pleasant Middle School Mount Pleasant 0.6 mi 7.0
Van Allen Elementary School Mount Pleasant 0.6 mi 5.9
Harlan Elementary School Mount Pleasant 1.2 mi 3.3
Mount Pleasant High School Mount Pleasant 1.4 mi 4.7
Salem Elementary School Mt. Pleasant 8.3 mi 9.2
Clark Elementary School New London 8.0 mi 5.1
New London Jr-Sr High School New London 8.1 mi 5.1
Winfield Elementary School Winfield 12.7 mi 6.1
Winfield-Mt Union Jr-Sr High School Winfield 12.7 mi 5.2
WACO High School Wayland 14.5 mi 6.8
WACO Elementary School Crawfordsville 17.4 mi 4.5
Danville Elementary School Danville 14.0 mi 9.0
Danville Junior-Senior High School Danville 14.0 mi 6.0
HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Point 17.7 mi 5.7
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY West Point 17.7 mi 6.9
Van Buren County Community School District Harmony Center Keosauqua 18.6 mi 6.0
Morning Sun Elementary School Morning Sun 18.1 mi 8.4
Roundy Elementary School Columbus Junction 23.2 mi 8.2
Columbus Community High School Columbus Junction 23.3 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 52641 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,406

Median Home Value

$164,100

Median Rent

$812/mo

Population

12,796

College Educated

22.3%

Homeownership

69.1%

Avg Commute

16.4 min

Poverty Rate

14.9%

Median Age

38.7

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Rogers Elementary School Marshalltown, IA 4.7
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Starry Elementary School Marion, IA 4.7
George Washington Elementary School Keokuk, IA 4.8

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 211 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary School is 12.4:1. 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 #1,050 of 1,280 schools in IA.

What is Lincoln Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% 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.

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

56.4% 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
58 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Henry County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.2%

District

Mount Pleasant Comm School District
District Enrollment
1,795
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,739
District Rank
#4 of 6

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