Needs Improvement
#3583 of 3,813 schools in IL
Lincoln-douglas Elementary School
Elementary School · Freeport SD 145
1700 W Laurel St, Freeport, IL 61032
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,583 of 3,813
In Freeport
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#7 of 8
Freeport SD 145
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Lincoln-douglas Elementary School
Elementary School in Freeport · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lincoln-douglas Elementary School
Lincoln-douglas Elementary School is a public elementary school in Freeport, IL, part of Freeport SD 145. Lincoln-douglas Elementary School serves approximately 320 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln-douglas Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,583 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Lincoln-douglas Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Lincoln-douglas 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
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Lincoln-douglas Elementary School — Students at Lincoln-douglas Elementary School score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.6/10.
How Lincoln-douglas Elementary School Compares
See how Lincoln-douglas Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1700 W Laurel St, Freeport, IL 61032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lincoln-douglas Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eastland Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Shannon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Center Elem School (rated 8.0/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Orangeville Elem School (rated 7.7/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Orangeville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Freeport, see our Freeport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Carl Sandburg Middle Sch Freeport | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Empire Elem School Freeport | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Jones-Farrar Intl Baccalaureate Freeport | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Freeport High School Freeport | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Freeport Middle School Freeport | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| OPEN BIBLE LEARNING CENTER Freeport | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Blackhawk Elem School Freeport | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Center Elem School Freeport | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Dakota Elementary School Dakota | 8.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Dakota Jr Sr High School Dakota | 8.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Orangeville Jr High School Orangeville | 11.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Orangeville High School Orangeville | 11.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Orangeville Elem School Orangeville | 11.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Eastland Elementary School Shannon | 11.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Lena-Winslow Jr High School Lena | 9.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Lena-Winslow Elem School Lena | 9.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Pearl City High School Pearl City | 9.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Pearl City Elementary School Pearl City | 9.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Pearl City Jr High School Pearl City | 9.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Lena-Winslow High School Lena | 9.8 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,179
Median Home Value
$106,800
Median Rent
$769/mo
Population
29,072
College Educated
20.2%
Homeownership
64.5%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
45.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bartonville Elem School Bartonville, IL | 3.8 |
| Brighton North Primary School Brighton, IL | 3.8 |
| Courtenay Elem Language Arts Ctr Chicago, IL | 3.8 |
| Franklin Primary School Peoria, IL | 3.8 |
| Jefferson Primary School Bellwood, IL | 3.8 |
| Kimes Elem School Streator, IL | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lincoln-douglas Elementary School
What grades does Lincoln-douglas Elementary School serve?
Lincoln-douglas Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Lincoln-douglas Elementary School?
Lincoln-douglas Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 320 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln-douglas Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln-douglas Elementary School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lincoln-douglas Elementary School rank in IL?
Lincoln-douglas Elementary School ranks #3,583 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Lincoln-douglas Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lincoln-douglas Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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-douglas Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln-douglas Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lincoln-douglas Elementary School a charter school?
No, Lincoln-douglas Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lincoln-douglas Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Lincoln-douglas Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lincoln-douglas Elementary School?
66.6% of students at Lincoln-douglas 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 320
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Stephenson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.2%
- Phone
- (815) 232-0370
Resources & Links
District
Freeport SD 145- District Enrollment
- 3,638
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,580
- District Rank
- #7 of 8
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