Below Average
#3518 of 3,813 schools in IL
Lincoln Elem School
Elementary School · Lyons SD 103
4300 Grove Ave, Brookfield, IL 60513
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,518 of 3,813
In Brookfield
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Lyons SD 103
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Lincoln Elem School
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About Lincoln Elem School
Lincoln Elem School is a public elementary school in Brookfield, IL, part of Lyons SD 103. Lincoln Elem School serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,518 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Elem School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Lincoln Elem School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
46% of students at Lincoln Elem 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 Elem School — Students at Lincoln Elem School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.4%
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: 3.0/10.
How Lincoln Elem School Compares
See how Lincoln Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4300 Grove Ave, Brookfield, IL 60513
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lincoln Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cossitt Ave Elem School (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby La Grange), which scores notably higher. Another option is Central Elem School (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Riverside), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hollywood Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brookfield, see our Brookfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Congress Park Elem School Brookfield | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Brookfield | 0.8 mi | — |
| Costello School Lyons | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| S E Gross Middle School Brookfield | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Hollywood Elem School Brookfield | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS COMMUNITY Brookfield | 1.2 mi | — |
| Riverside Brookfield Twp HS Riverside | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Washington Middle School Lyons | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| TALLGRASS SUDBURY SCHOOL Riverside | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| L J Hauser Jr High School Riverside | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Central Elem School Riverside | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Seventh Ave Elem School La Grange | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| J W Robinson Jr Elem School Lyons | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Brook Park Elem School La Grange Park | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Riverside | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Cossitt Ave Elem School La Grange | 1.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Barnsdale Road School La Grange Park | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Forest Road Elem School La Grange Park | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| KENSINGTON SCHOOL OF LAGRANGE La Grange | 1.7 mi | — |
| Komarek Elem School North Riverside | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60513 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,527
Median Home Value
$314,000
Median Rent
$1,334/mo
Population
19,264
College Educated
41.9%
Homeownership
79.3%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
41.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Balmoral Elem Sch Crete, IL | 4.0 |
| Bluffview Elem School Dupo, IL | 4.0 |
| C Henry Bloom Elem School Rockford, IL | 4.0 |
| Caroline Sibley Elem School Calumet City, IL | 4.0 |
| Coles Elem Language Academy Chicago, IL | 4.0 |
| Cumberland Elem School Toledo, IL | 4.0 |
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 378 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elem School is 9.9:1. 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 #3,518 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Lincoln Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lincoln Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 35% 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?
75.4% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 378
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.3%
- Phone
- (708) 783-4600
Resources & Links
District
Lyons SD 103- District Enrollment
- 2,086
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,997
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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