Very Good
#194 of 1,284 schools in KY
Top 15% in state
Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts
Elementary School · Jefferson County
930 East Main Street, Louisville, KY 40206
Enrollment
571
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
571
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kentucky schools
#194 of 1,284
In Louisville
#11 of 147
public schools
In district
#11 of 149
Jefferson County
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts
Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts is a public elementary school in Louisville, KY, part of Jefferson County. Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts serves approximately 571 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #194 of 1,284 schools in KY.
Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 4.9
- KY avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts — Students at Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from KY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.8/10.
How Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts Compares
See how Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
930 East Main Street, Louisville, KY 40206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bloom Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Franklin Square Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Jeffersonville), a more accessible option. Additionally, Breckinridge-Franklin Elementary (rated 3.9/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,543
Median Home Value
$276,100
Median Rent
$1,142/mo
Population
20,345
College Educated
55.2%
Homeownership
51%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
38.7
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| Cumberland County Elementary School Burkesville, KY | 7.9 |
| Farmer Elementary Louisville, KY | 7.9 |
| Flaherty Primary School Ekron, KY | 7.9 |
| Symsonia Elementary School Symsonia, KY | 7.9 |
| West Marion Elementary School Loretto, KY | 7.9 |
| Bristow Elementary Bowling Green, KY | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts
What grades does Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts serve?
Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts?
Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts has an enrollment of approximately 571 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts?
The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts rank in KY?
Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts ranks #194 of 1,284 schools in KY.
What is Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts's MySchoolScout rating?
Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Elementary Performing Arts?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts a charter school?
No, Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts a Title I school?
No, Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts?
49.2% of students at Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 571
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.4%
- Phone
- (502) 485-8291
Resources & Links
District
Jefferson County- District Enrollment
- 94,793
- Schools in District
- 171
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,200
- District Rank
- #11 of 149
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