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Lincoln Middle School

Middle School · Edwardsville CUSD 7

145 West St, Edwardsville, IL 62025

Enrollment

819

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

5.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,254 of 3,813

In Edwardsville

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#7 of 13

Edwardsville CUSD 7

Academic performance

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Lincoln Middle School

5.8/10

Middle School in Edwardsville · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lincoln Middle School

Lincoln Middle School is a public middle school in Edwardsville, IL, part of Edwardsville CUSD 7. Lincoln Middle School serves approximately 819 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,254 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Middle School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,335
Chronic Absenteeism26.1%

Lincoln Middle School — Students at Lincoln Middle School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.1% (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
93%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
33%
2022
ELA
34%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Lincoln Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
41th percentile in IL
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
27%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.1%

Location

145 West St, Edwardsville, IL 62025

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Liberty Middle School (rated 5.6/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Dorris Intermediate Sch (rated 4.2/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Collinsville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Edwardsville, see our Edwardsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Woodland Elementary School Edwardsville 0.2 mi 6.6
LAHR-WELL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (L-W ACADEMY) Edwardsville 0.6 mi
LAHR-WELL ACADEMY Edwardsville 0.6 mi
N O Nelson Elem School Edwardsville 0.7 mi 4.2
Columbus Elem School Edwardsville 0.7 mi 7.2
ST BONIFACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Edwardsville 0.7 mi 5.2
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Edwardsville 0.9 mi 6.1
Edwardsville High School Edwardsville 1.4 mi 5.9
LeClaire Elem School Edwardsville 1.3 mi 6.0
ST MARYS SCHOOL Edwardsville 1.5 mi 5.2
Goshen Elementary Edwardsville 2.6 mi 4.8
Liberty Middle School Edwardsville 2.7 mi 5.6
Glen Carbon Elem School Glen Carbon 4.1 mi 4.7
Albert Cassens Elementary Glen Carbon 4.2 mi 6.8
FATHER MCGIVNEY CATHOLIC H S Glen Carbon 4.8 mi 5.5
MARYVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Maryville 5.3 mi 5.4
Maryville Elem School Maryville 5.8 mi 7.6
South Primary School South Roxana 5.2 mi 3.7
Meadowbrook Intermediate Sch Moro 7.2 mi 5.3
Dorris Intermediate Sch Collinsville 7.8 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,300

Median Home Value

$295,700

Median Rent

$1,215/mo

Population

36,156

College Educated

52.5%

Homeownership

74.8%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Median Age

36.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln Middle School

What grades does Lincoln Middle School serve?

Lincoln Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Lincoln Middle School?

Lincoln Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 819 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Middle School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lincoln Middle School rank in IL?

Lincoln Middle School ranks #2,254 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Lincoln Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Middle School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lincoln Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Lincoln Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

27.4% of students at Lincoln Middle 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
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
819
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Madison County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.1%

District

Edwardsville CUSD 7
District Enrollment
7,211
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,335
District Rank
#7 of 13

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