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Lincoln-irving Elem School

Elementary School · Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40

1015 16th Ave, Moline, IL 61265

Enrollment

350

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

2.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,775 of 3,813

In Moline

#12 of 13

public schools

In district

#13 of 14

Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40

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Lincoln-irving Elem School

2.9/10

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

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About Lincoln-irving Elem School

Lincoln-irving Elem School is a public elementary school in Moline, IL, part of Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40. Lincoln-irving Elem School serves approximately 350 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln-irving Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,775 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln-irving Elem School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.1
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at Lincoln-irving 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.1Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)8% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,998
Chronic Absenteeism39.7%

Lincoln-irving Elem School — Students at Lincoln-irving Elem School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 8%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 29.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 24.8% (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
82%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
5%
ELA
13%
2016
Math
9%
ELA
10%
2017
Math
8%
ELA
6%
2018
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2019
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2022
ELA
7.5%

* 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: 2.1/10.

How Lincoln-irving Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
2.9/10
1th percentile in IL
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.7%

Location

1015 16th Ave, Moline, IL 61265

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln-irving Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Bettendorf), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eugene Field Elem School (rated 5.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Rock Island), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Moline, see our Moline schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Moline 0.3 mi 4.9
John Deere Middle School Moline 0.4 mi 3.6
Willard Elem School Moline 0.5 mi 2.7
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Moline 0.7 mi
Hamilton Elem School Moline 1.2 mi 4.5
Logan Elem School Moline 1.1 mi 3.9
Longfellow Elem School Rock Island 1.2 mi 4.5
ALLEMAN HIGH SCHOOL Rock Island 1.1 mi 6.4
Denkmann Elem School Rock Island 1.2 mi 4.5
QUAD CITIES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moline 1.9 mi 6.8
Jefferson Early Childhood Ctr Moline 1.6 mi 5.1
Washington Jr High School Rock Island 1.6 mi 4.4
LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bettendorf 2.2 mi 6.7
RIVERMONT COLLEGIATE Bettendorf 2.4 mi 8.0
Horace Mann ELC Rock Island 2.3 mi 4.4
Roosevelt Elem School Moline 2.0 mi 3.3
Moline Sr High School Moline 2.1 mi 6.5
Eugene Field Elem School Rock Island 2.3 mi 5.5
McKinley Elementary School Davenport 2.8 mi 4.9
Children's Village At Hoover Davenport 2.7 mi 2.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61265 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,910

Median Home Value

$142,300

Median Rent

$890/mo

Population

43,851

College Educated

28.4%

Homeownership

66.4%

Avg Commute

18.9 min

Poverty Rate

16%

Median Age

38.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Frohardt Elem School Granite City, IL 2.9
Jefferson Elem School Dixon, IL 2.9
Pleasant Hill Elem School Pleasant Hill, IL 2.9
Bent Elem School Bloomington, IL 3.0
Carl Sandburg Elementary Joliet, IL 3.0
Creekside Elem Elgin, IL 3.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln-irving Elem School

What grades does Lincoln-irving Elem School serve?

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

How many students attend Lincoln-irving Elem School?

Lincoln-irving Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 350 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln-irving Elem School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lincoln-irving Elem School rank in IL?

Lincoln-irving Elem School ranks #3,775 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Lincoln-irving Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln-irving Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 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-irving Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln-irving Elem School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lincoln-irving Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Lincoln-irving Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

90.3% of students at Lincoln-irving 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
78 Very Walkable
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Rock Island County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.7%

District

Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40
District Enrollment
7,254
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,998
District Rank
#13 of 14

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