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Lincoln Elementary

Elementary School · OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

747 HAVANA RD, Owatonna, MN 55060

Enrollment

609

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,054 of 1,992

In Owatonna

#4 of 11

public schools

In district

#4 of 10

OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Lincoln Elementary

6.1/10

Elementary School in Owatonna · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.9/10

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About Lincoln Elementary

Lincoln Elementary is a public elementary school in Owatonna, MN, part of OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lincoln Elementary serves approximately 609 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,054 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency61% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+12.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,596
Chronic Absenteeism4.8%

Lincoln Elementary — Students at Lincoln Elementary score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 68.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.7% (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
84%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
64%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
61%
ELA
61%
2021*
Math
61%
ELA
61%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
55%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Lincoln Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
47th percentile in MN
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
6.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
4.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

747 HAVANA RD, Owatonna, MN 55060

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NRHEG ELEMENTARY (rated 7.3/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Ellendale), which scores notably higher. Another option is WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST MARYS SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Owatonna, see our Owatonna schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.6 mi
School Distance Rating
OWATONNA SENIOR HIGH Owatonna 0.8 mi 6.9
CHOICE Technical Academy Owatonna 0.9 mi 5.2
OWATONNA ECSE Owatonna 1.0 mi 6.0
OWATONNA ALC 9-12 Owatonna 1.0 mi 6.2
Owatonna Online K-6 Owatonna 1.0 mi 6.1
Owatonna Online 9-12 Owatonna 1.0 mi 2.1
Owatonna Online 7-8 Owatonna 1.0 mi
ST MARYS SCHOOL Owatonna 1.0 mi 6.4
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Owatonna 1.9 mi 6.8
Owatonna Middle School Owatonna 2.0 mi 5.2
WILSON ELEMENTARY Owatonna 1.7 mi 6.0
MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY Owatonna 2.5 mi 5.9
OWATONNA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Owatonna 2.6 mi 6.0
MEDFORD SECONDARY Medford 7.1 mi 5.0
MEDFORD ELEMENTARY Medford 7.1 mi 5.9
EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Faribault 14.1 mi
Falcons Online Academy-Middle Faribault 14.1 mi
Falcons Online Academy-HS Faribault 14.1 mi 4.1
FARIBAULT MIDDLE Faribault 14.1 mi 5.4
NRHEG ELEMENTARY Ellendale 14.6 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,848

Median Home Value

$239,300

Median Rent

$1,018/mo

Population

29,601

College Educated

31.4%

Homeownership

78%

Avg Commute

18 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln Elementary

What grades does Lincoln Elementary serve?

Lincoln Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Lincoln Elementary?

Lincoln Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 609 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lincoln Elementary rank in MN?

Lincoln Elementary ranks #1,054 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Lincoln Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% 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?

36.0% 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
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
609
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Steele County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
4.8%

District

OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
4,995
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,596
District Rank
#4 of 10

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