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Lincoln Middle School

Middle School · Schiller Park SD 81

9750 Soreng Ave, Schiller Park, IL 60176

Enrollment

456

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

6.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,940 of 3,813

In Schiller Park

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Schiller Park SD 81

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Lincoln Middle School

6.2/10

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

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6.5/10

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7.5/10

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About Lincoln Middle School

Lincoln Middle School is a public middle school in Schiller Park, IL, part of Schiller Park SD 81. Lincoln Middle School serves approximately 456 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,940 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Middle School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with IL schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)18% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment6.6Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,240
Chronic Absenteeism20.6%

Lincoln Middle School — Students at Lincoln Middle School score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.7% (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
84%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
25%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
29%
ELA
38%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
29%
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: 5.4/10.

How Lincoln Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
49th percentile in IL
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
6.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

Location

9750 Soreng Ave, Schiller Park, IL 60176

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hester Jr High School (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Franklin Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mannheim Middle School (rated 6.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Melrose Park), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Schiller Park, see our Schiller Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
John F Kennedy Elem School Schiller Park 0.4 mi 6.5
East Leyden High School Franklin Park 0.7 mi 7.5
North Elem School Franklin Park 0.9 mi 8.1
Washington Elem School Schiller Park 1.0 mi 6.0
Hester Jr High School Franklin Park 1.5 mi 7.3
Passow Elementary School Franklin Park 1.5 mi 8.4
Dan H Pietrini Elem School Franklin Park 2.0 mi 7.2
Mannheim Middle School Melrose Park 2.1 mi 6.1
Scott Elementary School Melrose Park 2.2 mi 6.3
Dirksen Elem School Chicago 2.1 mi 7.0
Rosemont Elem School Rosemont 2.6 mi 6.2
BRICKTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chicago 2.3 mi 7.3
Rhodes Elem School River Grove 2.4 mi 5.9
Pennoyer Elem School Norridge 2.3 mi 6.5
Canty Elem School Chicago 2.1 mi 7.3
J Leigh Elem School Norridge 2.2 mi 6.7
River Grove Elem School River Grove 2.4 mi 5.8
ST FRANCIS BORGIA SCHOOL Chicago 2.2 mi 7.2
West Leyden High School Northlake 2.5 mi 7.2
Westdale Elem School Northlake 2.5 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60176 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,473

Median Home Value

$276,200

Median Rent

$1,214/mo

Population

11,454

College Educated

27.8%

Homeownership

53.4%

Avg Commute

26.3 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

36.9

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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 456 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Middle School is 13:1. 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 #1,940 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Lincoln Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 51% 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?

69.3% 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
70 Very Walkable
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

District

Schiller Park SD 81
District Enrollment
1,357
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,240
District Rank
#2 of 3

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