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#156 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 8% in state

Lincoln Elementary

Elementary School · WHITE BEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT

1961 6TH ST, White Bear Lake, MN 55110

Enrollment

475

Student-Teacher

19:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#156 of 1,992

In White Bear Lake

#1 of 18

public schools

In district

#1 of 17

WHITE BEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Lincoln Elementary

8.3/10

Elementary School in White Bear Lake · grades Kindergarten – 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 White Bear Lake, MN, part of WHITE BEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lincoln Elementary serves approximately 475 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #156 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Elementary show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.5
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+16.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,111
Chronic Absenteeism12%

Lincoln Elementary — Students at Lincoln Elementary score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 79.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 78.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
81%
ELA
79%
2018
Math
81%
ELA
83%
2019
Math
81%
ELA
83%
2020*
Math
73%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
73%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
75%
ELA
75%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Lincoln Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
92th percentile in MN
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
5.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

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

1961 6TH ST, White Bear Lake, MN 55110

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORMANDY PARK EDUCATION CENTER (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is OTTER LAKE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Level Up Academy (rated 7.4/10, 3.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in White Bear Lake, see our White Bear Lake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CENTRAL MIDDLE White Bear Lake 0.3 mi 5.8
WHITE BEAR NORTH CAMPUS SENIOR White Bear Lake 0.5 mi 5.6
BIRCH LAKE ELEMENTARY White Bear Lake 0.8 mi 4.8
OTTER LAKE ELEMENTARY White Bear Lake 1.6 mi 7.5
LAKEAIRES ELEMENTARY White Bear Lake 1.9 mi 7.3
LIBERTY CLASSICAL ACADEMY White Bear Lake 2.1 mi 8.3
NORMANDY PARK EDUCATION CENTER White Bear Lake 2.1 mi 7.6
WHITE BEAR LAKE DISTRICT CENTER White Bear Lake 2.1 mi
SUNRISE PARK MIDDLE White Bear Lake 2.3 mi 5.8
SUNRISE PARK AREA LEARNING CENTER White Bear Lake 2.3 mi 4.7
Bellaire Education Center White Bear Lake 2.1 mi
PROJECT RETURN White Bear Lake 2.1 mi
South Campus Education Center White Bear Lake 2.8 mi 6.2
WHITE BEAR SOUTH CAMPUS SENIOR White Bear Lake 2.8 mi 5.2
WILLOW LANE ELEMENTARY White Bear Lake 3.0 mi 4.3
Gentry Academy High Vadnais Heights 2.9 mi
Gentry Academy Middle Vadnais Heights 2.9 mi 4.3
MATOSKA INTERNATIONAL White Bear Lake 2.8 mi 5.6
Level Up Academy White Bear Lake 3.0 mi 7.4
Level Up Academy Middle School White Bear Lake 3.0 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,211

Median Home Value

$347,100

Median Rent

$1,494/mo

Population

37,272

College Educated

46%

Homeownership

77.5%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

44

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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 5th.

How many students attend Lincoln Elementary?

Lincoln Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 475 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary is 19:1. 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 #156 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Lincoln Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Elementary has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% 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?

18.7% 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
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
18.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ramsey County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

District

WHITE BEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
8,549
Schools in District
25
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,111
District Rank
#1 of 17

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