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#3234 of 3,813 schools in IL

Lincoln Elem School

Elementary School · Belvidere CUSD 100

1011 Bonus Ave, Belvidere, IL 61008

Enrollment

552

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,234 of 3,813

In Belvidere

#5 of 9

public schools

In district

#5 of 10

Belvidere CUSD 100

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Lincoln Elem School

4.5/10

Elementary School in Belvidere · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Immanuel Lutheran School

4.7/10

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3.2/10

1.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Lincoln Elem School

Lincoln Elem School is a public elementary school in Belvidere, IL, part of Belvidere CUSD 100. Lincoln Elem School serves approximately 552 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,234 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Elem School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.3
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,002
Chronic Absenteeism25.4%

Lincoln Elem School — Students at Lincoln Elem School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 37.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 33.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
78%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
19%
2015
Math
24%
ELA
20%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
20%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
18%
ELA
18%
2019
Math
18%
ELA
18%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2022
ELA
16%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How Lincoln Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.5/10
15th percentile in IL
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.4%

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

1011 Bonus Ave, Belvidere, IL 61008

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Poplar Grove Elem School (rated 7.4/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Poplar Grove), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cherry Valley Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Rockford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Seth Whitman Elem Sch (rated 5.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Belvidere, see our Belvidere schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.1 mi
School Distance Rating
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Belvidere 1.8 mi 4.7
Perry Elem School Belvidere 1.6 mi 3.2
Belvidere South Middle School Belvidere 2.0 mi 4.3
Belvidere Central Middle School Belvidere 1.5 mi 4.3
Meehan Elementary School Belvidere 2.0 mi 3.0
Washington Academy Belvidere 2.0 mi 5.3
Belvidere High School Belvidere 2.2 mi 5.4
Seth Whitman Elem Sch Belvidere 1.7 mi 5.7
Belvidere North High Sch Belvidere 1.9 mi 5.8
Poplar Grove Elem School Poplar Grove 6.5 mi 7.4
Caledonia Elem School Caledonia 7.0 mi 4.2
MONTESSORI PRIVATE ACADEMY Rockford 6.7 mi 7.9
North Boone Middle School Poplar Grove 9.3 mi 3.8
North Boone Upper Elem Sch Poplar Grove 9.3 mi 4.4
North Boone High School Poplar Grove 9.5 mi 5.0
ROCKFORD CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Rockford 7.1 mi 5.4
Capron Elem School Capron 9.7 mi 3.6
Cherry Valley Elementary School Rockford 8.4 mi 7.4
ST RITA SCHOOL Rockford 8.8 mi 3.2
ROCKFORD IQRA' SCHOOL Rockford 9.1 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,833

Median Home Value

$185,200

Median Rent

$953/mo

Population

33,697

College Educated

21%

Homeownership

78.8%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

13%

Median Age

40.5

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Arthur Froberg Elem School Rockford, IL 4.5
Ashe Elem School Chicago, IL 4.5
Conklin Elem School Rockford, IL 4.5
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Dawn Elser Elementary School O Fallon, IL 4.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln Elem School

What grades does Lincoln Elem School serve?

Lincoln Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Lincoln Elem School?

Lincoln Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 552 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elem School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lincoln Elem School rank in IL?

Lincoln Elem School ranks #3,234 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Lincoln Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Elem School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lincoln Elem School a charter school?

No, Lincoln Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lincoln Elem School a Title I school?

No, Lincoln Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

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

65.6% of students at Lincoln Elem 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
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
552
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Boone County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.4%

District

Belvidere CUSD 100
District Enrollment
7,472
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,002
District Rank
#5 of 10

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