Lincoln Elem School

Lincoln Elementary ranks first among all 12 public schools in Chicago Heights and 33rd out of 3,813 public schools across Illinois — placing it in the top 1% statewide. That kind of dual-level dominance is rare for any school, let alone one serving 86 students in a south suburban district. The school covers prekindergarten through fifth grade with an 8.6-to-1 student-teacher ratio, well below what most public elementary programs offer.

Lincoln's composite score of 9.4 earns an Exceptional rating. Academic performance scores 9.2, and growth scores 9.5 — meaning students aren't just performing at high levels, they're advancing faster than predicted year over year. Growth scores at that level signal a school that's genuinely accelerating learning, not simply enrolling high-performing students.

Lincoln is a regular public school, open to families in Chicago Heights without selective admissions. Its numbers reflect consistent instructional execution rather than enrollment filtering. Parents evaluating elementary options in the area will find Lincoln's combination of small class sizes, strong academics, and top-tier growth difficult to match within the district or across much of the state.

With an enrollment of 86 students, Lincoln Elem School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.6:1, Lincoln Elem School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.