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Lincoln Elementary School

Elementary School · Palatine CCSD 15

1021 N Ridgewood Ln, Palatine, IL 60067

Enrollment

739

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,439 of 3,813

In Palatine

#12 of 14

public schools

In district

#17 of 19

Palatine CCSD 15

Academic performance

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Lincoln Elementary School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Palatine · grades Pre-K – 6th. 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 Palatine, IL, part of Palatine CCSD 15. Lincoln Elementary School serves approximately 739 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,439 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,671
Chronic Absenteeism28.8%

Lincoln Elementary School — Students at Lincoln Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.1% (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
92%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
34%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
26%
2022
ELA
26%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Lincoln Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
36th percentile in IL
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.8%

Location

1021 N Ridgewood Ln, Palatine, IL 60067

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Marion Jordan Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Greenbrier Elem School (rated 8.7/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Arlington Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, QUEST ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Palatine, see our Palatine schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
LEARNING LOFT INC. Palatine 0.7 mi
QUEST ACADEMY Palatine 0.8 mi 8.1
Virginia Lake Elem School Palatine 0.7 mi 5.8
Walter R Sundling Jr High Sch Palatine 0.7 mi 7.0
Palatine High School Palatine 0.7 mi 8.6
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Palatine 1.3 mi 6.3
Gray M Sanborn Elem School Palatine 1.3 mi 6.6
Jane Addams Elem School Palatine 1.0 mi 5.8
Winston Campus Jr High Palatine 1.5 mi 5.2
Winston Campus Elementary Palatine 1.5 mi 7.5
Stuart R Paddock School Palatine 1.7 mi 5.9
Lake Louise Elem School Palatine 1.6 mi 3.7
SOUTH CAMPUS Palatine 2.0 mi 7.0
LONG GROVE COUNTRY SCHOOL Long Grove 2.1 mi
BRIGHT HORIZONS Deer Park 2.2 mi
Pleasant Hill Elem School Palatine 2.5 mi 7.7
Greenbrier Elem School Arlington Heights 2.1 mi 8.7
BRIGHT HORIZONS Arlington Heights 2.2 mi
Marion Jordan Elem School Palatine 2.4 mi 8.8
Patton Elem School Arlington Heights 2.6 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60067 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$121,572

Median Home Value

$427,900

Median Rent

$1,521/mo

Population

38,118

College Educated

59.4%

Homeownership

76.2%

Avg Commute

28.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

42.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln Elementary School

What grades does Lincoln Elementary School serve?

Lincoln Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?

Lincoln Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 739 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary School is 16.4:1. 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 IL?

Lincoln Elementary School ranks #2,439 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Lincoln Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% 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?

57.4% 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
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
739
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.8%

District

Palatine CCSD 15
District Enrollment
11,184
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,671
District Rank
#17 of 19

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