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#516 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 14% in state

Lincoln Middle School

Middle School · Park Ridge CCSD 64

200 S Lincoln Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068

Enrollment

757

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

8.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#516 of 3,813

In Park Ridge

#7 of 8

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

Park Ridge CCSD 64

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Lincoln Middle School

8.1/10

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

George Washington Elem School

8.6/10

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9.3/10

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About Lincoln Middle School

Lincoln Middle School is a public middle school in Park Ridge, IL, part of Park Ridge CCSD 64. Lincoln Middle School serves approximately 757 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #516 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Middle School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.1
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,454
Chronic Absenteeism8.6%

Lincoln Middle School — Students at Lincoln Middle School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 66.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 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
95%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
85%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
56%
2022
ELA
48%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Lincoln Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.1/10
87th percentile in IL
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
62 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

200 S Lincoln Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. George B Carpenter Elem School (rated 9.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Maine South High School (rated 9.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Franklin Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Park Ridge, see our Park Ridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
George Washington Elem School Park Ridge 0.2 mi 8.6
George B Carpenter Elem School Park Ridge 0.6 mi 9.3
ST ANDREWS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Park Ridge 0.6 mi 6.4
Maine South High School Park Ridge 0.7 mi 9.1
Theodore Roosevelt Elem School Park Ridge 0.8 mi 8.3
MARY, SEAT OF WISDOM SCHOOL Park Ridge 1.0 mi 5.9
ST PAUL OF THE CROSS SCHOOL Park Ridge 0.9 mi 5.0
Emerson Middle School Niles 1.4 mi 8.1
Jefferson School Niles 1.5 mi 5.0
Eugene Field Elem School Park Ridge 1.4 mi 8.0
EMBERS ACADEMY Niles 1.6 mi 6.3
Franklin Elementary School Park Ridge 1.8 mi 8.7
BRICKTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chicago 2.0 mi 7.3
ST SAVA ACADEMY Chicago 1.9 mi 6.6
Stock Early Childhood Center Chicago 1.6 mi 7.2
Rosemont Elem School Rosemont 1.8 mi 6.2
ST PAUL EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Chicago 2.0 mi
Maine East High School Park Ridge 2.2 mi 8.1
Edison Park Elem School Chicago 1.8 mi 6.3
RESURRECTION COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOL Chicago 1.8 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$138,201

Median Home Value

$539,700

Median Rent

$1,511/mo

Population

39,227

College Educated

65.1%

Homeownership

85.3%

Avg Commute

28.2 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

44.5

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Edgewood Middle School Highland Park, IL 8.1
Emerson Middle School Niles, IL 8.1
Geo T Wilkins Jr High School Justice, IL 8.1

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 757 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Middle School is 12.2:1. 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 #516 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Lincoln Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 67% 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
757
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
62
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.6%

District

Park Ridge CCSD 64
District Enrollment
4,637
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,454
District Rank
#6 of 8

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