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Lincoln Elementary

Elementary School · Little Falls Community Schools

300 6TH ST SW, Little Falls, MN 56345

Enrollment

418

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,884 of 1,992

In Little Falls

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

Little Falls Community Schools

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Lincoln Elementary

3.9/10

Elementary School in Little Falls · grades Pre-K – 5th. 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 Little Falls, MN, part of Little Falls Community Schools. Lincoln Elementary serves approximately 418 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,884 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.1
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,236
Chronic Absenteeism14.4%

Lincoln Elementary — Students at Lincoln Elementary score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.8% (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
77%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
32%

* 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: 1.9/10.

How Lincoln Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
3.9/10
6th percentile in MN
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.4%

Location

300 6TH ST SW, Little Falls, MN 56345

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLDINGFORD ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 17.1 miles away, in nearby Holdingford), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROYALTON ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Royalton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, UPSALA ELEMENTARY (rated 6.9/10, 14.9 miles away, in nearby Upsala), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Little Falls, see our Little Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.9 mi
School Distance Rating
MARY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Little Falls 0.4 mi 5.7
LINDBERGH ELEMENTARY Little Falls 1.4 mi 6.2
LITTLE FALLS SENIOR HIGH Little Falls 1.5 mi 5.6
COMMUNITY MIDDLE Little Falls 1.5 mi 4.7
LITTLE FALLS CONTINUING EDUCATION Little Falls 2.3 mi 5.2
SUN Program Little Falls 2.4 mi
MID STATE ED DIST STEPS TRANS. PROG Little Falls 2.4 mi
WIN-Elementary School Little Falls 2.4 mi
WIN-High School Little Falls 2.4 mi
MSED Birth to 3 Little Falls 2.4 mi
WIN-Middle School Little Falls 2.4 mi
KNIGHT ELEMENTARY Randall 9.7 mi 5.2
ROYALTON ELEMENTARY Royalton 10.7 mi 7.4
ROYALTON HIGH SCHOOL Royalton 11.1 mi 8.2
ROYALTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Royalton 11.1 mi 5.6
Royalton Public Schools Early Child Royalton 11.1 mi
HOLDINGFORD ELEMENTARY Holdingford 17.1 mi 8.2
HOLDINGFORD SECONDARY Holdingford 17.1 mi 6.2
UPSALA ELEMENTARY Upsala 14.9 mi 6.9
UPSALA SECONDARY Upsala 14.9 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 56345 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,399

Median Home Value

$227,800

Median Rent

$751/mo

Population

15,105

College Educated

21.7%

Homeownership

76.3%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Median Age

42.6

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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 5th.

How many students attend Lincoln Elementary?

Lincoln Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 418 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary is 11.9:1. 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 #1,884 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Lincoln Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% 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?

54.3% 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
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Morrison County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.4%

District

Little Falls Community Schools
District Enrollment
2,376
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,236
District Rank
#6 of 6

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