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Lincoln Park Elementary School

Elementary School · Mona Shores Public School District

2951 LEON ST, Muskegon, MI 49441

Enrollment

414

Student-Teacher

17.2:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,076 of 3,192

In Muskegon

#16 of 39

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

Mona Shores Public School District

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Lincoln Park Elementary School

5.7/10

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

Muskegon Montessori Academy for Environmental Change

8.1/10

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4.8/10

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About Lincoln Park Elementary School

Lincoln Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Muskegon, MI, part of Mona Shores Public School District. Lincoln Park Elementary School serves approximately 414 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,076 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Park Elementary School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-10.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.1 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,397
Chronic Absenteeism20%

Lincoln Park Elementary School — Students at Lincoln Park Elementary School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 62.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
95%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
34%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
31.9%
ELA
48.7%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Lincoln Park Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
35th percentile in MI
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

Location

2951 LEON ST, Muskegon, MI 49441

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Muskegon Montessori Academy for Environmental Change (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Norton Shores), which scores notably higher. Another option is Churchill Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, North Muskegon Elementary School (rated 5.5/10, 4.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Muskegon, see our Muskegon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Muskegon Montessori Academy for Environmental Change Norton Shores 0.3 mi 8.1
Bunker Elementary Muskegon 0.8 mi 4.8
Mona Shores Middle School Muskegon 0.7 mi 5.3
Campbell Elementary School Muskegon 1.1 mi 4.9
Mona Shores High School Muskegon 1.7 mi 7.1
MUSKEGON CATHOLIC CENTRAL Muskegon 1.8 mi 7.9
Marquette Elementary School Muskegon 2.8 mi 3.1
Muskegon Community Education Center Muskegon 2.8 mi 6.5
Pennsylvania Elementary School Muskegon 3.5 mi 4.6
Churchill Elementary School Muskegon 3.3 mi 6.3
Muskegon Heights Academy Muskegon 2.7 mi 5.6
Dr Martin Luther King Academy Muskegon Heights 2.8 mi 5.4
Ross Park Elementary School Muskegon 3.2 mi 4.8
Muskegon High School Muskegon 3.2 mi 5.3
Edgewood Elementary Academy Muskegon Heights 3.1 mi 4.3
Oakview Elementary School Muskegon 3.3 mi 3.6
Muskegon Covenant Academy Muskegon 3.5 mi 3.1
North Muskegon Middle School Muskegon 4.3 mi 6.5
North Muskegon High School Muskegon 4.3 mi 7.8
North Muskegon Elementary School Muskegon 4.4 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49441 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,235

Median Home Value

$194,000

Median Rent

$1,080/mo

Population

36,703

College Educated

28.2%

Homeownership

76%

Avg Commute

21.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.7%

Median Age

40.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln Park Elementary School

What grades does Lincoln Park Elementary School serve?

Lincoln Park Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Lincoln Park Elementary School?

Lincoln Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 414 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Park Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Park Elementary School is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lincoln Park Elementary School rank in MI?

Lincoln Park Elementary School ranks #2,076 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Lincoln Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Park Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Park Elementary School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lincoln Park Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Lincoln Park Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

45.4% of students at Lincoln Park Elementary 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
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Muskegon County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

District

Mona Shores Public School District
District Enrollment
3,953
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,397
District Rank
#3 of 6

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