Very Good
#800 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 25% in state
Lincoln School
Elementary School · Sault Ste. Marie Area Schools
810 EAST 5TH AVE, Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#800 of 3,192
In Sault Sainte Marie
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Sault Ste. Marie Area Schools
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Lincoln School
Elementary School in Sault Sainte Marie · grades Pre-K – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lincoln School
Lincoln School is a public elementary school in Sault Sainte Marie, MI, part of Sault Ste. Marie Area Schools. Lincoln School serves approximately 350 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio.
Lincoln School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #800 of 3,192 schools in MI. Structured state assessment records for Lincoln School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MI avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Lincoln School — Students at Lincoln School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.9/10.
How Lincoln School Compares
See how Lincoln School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
810 EAST 5TH AVE, Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lincoln School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lake Superior Academy (rated 6.6/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Sault S. Marie), with a comparable rating. Another option is ST MARY'S SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Joseph K Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe Academy (rated 6.1/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sault Sainte Marie, see our Sault Sainte Marie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
19 within 40.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sault Area Middle School Sault Sainte Marie | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Sault Area High School Sault Sainte Marie | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Sault Sainte Marie | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Joseph K Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe Academy Sault Sainte Marie | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Joseph K. Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe School Sault Ste. Marie | 0.6 mi | — |
| EUPISD Project Search Sault S. Marie | 0.9 mi | — |
| Washington Elementary School Sault Sainte Marie | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Malcolm High School Sault S. Marie | 4.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Lake Superior Academy Sault S. Marie | 8.3 mi | 6.6 |
| EUPISD Learning Center Kincheloe | 15.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Brimley Area School Brimley | 12.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Consolidated Community School Services Kincheloe | 16.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Ojibwe Charter School Brimley | 12.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Pickford Public Schools Pickford | 22.9 mi | 7.2 |
| RUDYARD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rudyard | 19.5 mi | — |
| Rudyard Area Schools Rudyard | 21.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Cedarville School Cedarville | 33.7 mi | 8.9 |
| DeTour Arts and Technology Academy De Tour Village | 40.1 mi | 6.1 |
| DeTour High School Detour Village | 40.1 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49783 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,847
Median Home Value
$146,400
Median Rent
$782/mo
Population
18,778
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
16.1 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
38.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barnard Elementary School Troy, MI | 7.3 |
| Brooklands Elementary School Rochester Hills, MI | 7.3 |
| Brown Elementary School New Boston, MI | 7.3 |
| Buchanan Elementary School Livonia, MI | 7.3 |
| Cherry Creek Elementary School Lowell, MI | 7.3 |
| Cheyenne Elementary School Macomb, MI | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lincoln School
What grades does Lincoln School serve?
Lincoln School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend Lincoln School?
Lincoln School has an enrollment of approximately 350 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lincoln School rank in MI?
Lincoln School ranks #800 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Lincoln School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lincoln School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lincoln School a charter school?
No, Lincoln School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lincoln School a Title I school?
No, Lincoln School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lincoln School?
56.9% of students at Lincoln 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 7th
- Enrollment
- 350
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Chippewa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.4%
- Phone
- (906) 635-6626
Resources & Links
District
Sault Ste. Marie Area Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,915
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,349
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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