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Lincoln Center Elementary

Elementary School · South St. Paul Public School Dist

357 9TH AVE N, South Saint Paul, MN 55075

Enrollment

665

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,518 of 1,992

In South Saint Paul

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

South St. Paul Public School Dist

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Lincoln Center Elementary

5.2/10

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

917 Deaf/hard of Hearing

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5.7/10

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About Lincoln Center Elementary

Lincoln Center Elementary is a public elementary school in South Saint Paul, MN, part of South St. Paul Public School Dist. Lincoln Center Elementary serves approximately 665 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio.

Lincoln Center Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,518 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Center Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 4.6
  • MN avg 6.4

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-1.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,850
Chronic Absenteeism23.6%

Lincoln Center Elementary — Students at Lincoln Center Elementary score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
66%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
51%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
41%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
41%
2022
Math
34%
ELA
37%

* 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 Center Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
24th percentile in MN
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
6.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.6%

Location

357 9TH AVE N, South Saint Paul, MN 55075

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Center Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ATHENEUM ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Inver Grove Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SALEM HILLS ELEMENTARY (rated 5.6/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Inver Grove Heights), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in South Saint Paul, see our South Saint Paul schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
917 Deaf/Hard of Hearing South Saint Paul 0.0 mi
South St. Paul High School South Saint Paul 0.3 mi 5.7
South St. Paul Middle School South Saint Paul 0.3 mi 6.2
EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL ED PROGRAM South Saint Paul 0.5 mi 3.9
S ST. PAUL COMMUNITY LRNG. CNTR. South Saint Paul 0.7 mi 5.5
SSP Virtual South Saint Paul 0.7 mi
HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Saint Paul 1.2 mi 7.2
Early Learning Resource Center West Saint Paul 1.2 mi 3.4
PEACEFUL HEIGHTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL & CHILD CARE West Saint Paul 1.2 mi
KAPOSIA EDUCATION CENTER ELEMENTARY South Saint Paul 1.9 mi 4.0
ST CROIX LUTHERAN ACADEMY West Saint Paul 1.7 mi 8.1
917 DCALS North West Saint Paul 1.6 mi 6.6
BRANCH OUT TRANSITIONAL SERVICES Mendota Heights 1.6 mi
COMMUNITY OF SAINTS REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL West Saint Paul 2.0 mi 5.1
ACADEMIC ARTS HIGH SCHOOL West Saint Paul 1.8 mi 5.7
BLUESKY CHARTER SCHOOL Bloomington 1.9 mi 6.2
ECSE INCLUSION Saint Paul 2.3 mi 5.3
EARLY EDUCATION - BIRTH TO THREE Saint Paul 2.3 mi
SALEM HILLS ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights 2.5 mi 5.6
ATHENEUM ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights 2.5 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,573

Median Home Value

$267,000

Median Rent

$1,128/mo

Population

20,651

College Educated

30.8%

Homeownership

72%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

37.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln Center Elementary

What grades does Lincoln Center Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Lincoln Center Elementary?

Lincoln Center Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 665 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Center Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Center Elementary is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lincoln Center Elementary rank in MN?

Lincoln Center Elementary ranks #1,518 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Lincoln Center Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Center Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Center Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Center Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lincoln Center Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Lincoln Center Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

49.8% of students at Lincoln Center Elementary 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
55 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
665
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dakota County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.6%

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