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#594 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 30% in state

Lincoln Elementary

Elementary School · BEMIDJI PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

502 MINNESOTA AVE NW, Bemidji, MN 56601

Enrollment

320

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#594 of 1,992

In Bemidji

#3 of 17

public schools

In district

#2 of 11

BEMIDJI PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Lincoln Elementary

7.0/10

Elementary School in Bemidji · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lincoln Elementary

Lincoln Elementary is a public elementary school in Bemidji, MN, part of BEMIDJI PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lincoln Elementary serves approximately 320 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #594 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.1
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,202
Chronic Absenteeism24.4%

Lincoln Elementary — Students at Lincoln Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 61.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.2% (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
78%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
53%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
64%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
42%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Lincoln Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
70th percentile in MN
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

Location

502 MINNESOTA AVE NW, Bemidji, MN 56601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gene Dillon Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Aurora Waasakone Community of Learn (rated 7.7/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST PHILIP'S SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bemidji, see our Bemidji schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PHILIP'S SCHOOL Bemidji 1.8 mi 4.8
Lakeside Learning Center Bemidji 1.8 mi
J.W. SMITH ELEMENTARY Bemidji 2.3 mi 4.6
Aurora Waasakone Community of Learn Bemidji 3.0 mi 7.7
Voyageurs Expeditionary School Bemidji 3.0 mi 5.8
Voyageurs Expeditionary MS Bemidji 3.0 mi 4.9
HORACE MAY ELEMENTARY Bemidji 3.4 mi 4.8
BEMIDJI REGIONAL INTERDIST. COUNCIL Bemidji 2.8 mi
FIRST CITY SCHOOL Bemidji 2.9 mi 5.9
TREKNORTH HIGH SCHOOL Bemidji 3.2 mi 5.7
Trek North Middle School Bemidji 3.2 mi 2.8
OSHKI MANIDOO CENTER Bemidji 3.1 mi
BEMIDJI MIDDLE Bemidji 3.4 mi 6.6
BEMIDJI MIDDLE ALP Bemidji 3.4 mi
ST MARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bemidji 4.2 mi 3.5
BEMIDJI SENIOR HIGH Bemidji 3.7 mi 5.9
BEMIDJI AREA LEARNING CENTER Bemidji 3.7 mi 5.1
BEMIDJI SENIOR LUMBERJACK ALC Bemidji 3.7 mi 5.7
Gene Dillon Elementary School Bemidji 4.3 mi 8.3
PAUL BUNYAN CENTER Bemidji 4.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 56601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,782

Median Home Value

$242,400

Median Rent

$1,033/mo

Population

34,700

College Educated

37.8%

Homeownership

66.9%

Avg Commute

19.5 min

Poverty Rate

13.6%

Median Age

36

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln Elementary

What grades does Lincoln Elementary serve?

Lincoln Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Lincoln Elementary?

Lincoln Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 320 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lincoln Elementary rank in MN?

Lincoln Elementary ranks #594 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Lincoln Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lincoln Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Lincoln Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

47.2% of students at Lincoln 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
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Beltrami County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

District

BEMIDJI PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
4,812
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,202
District Rank
#2 of 11

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