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Lincoln Heights Elementary Sch

Elementary School · SCOTTSBLUFF PUBLIC SCHOOLS

2214 AVE C, Scottsbluff, NE 69361

Enrollment

299

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nebraska schools

#499 of 967

In Scottsbluff

#3 of 7

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

SCOTTSBLUFF PUBLIC SCHOOLS

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Lincoln Heights Elementary Sch

6.3/10

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

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4.9/10

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3.2/10

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About Lincoln Heights Elementary Sch

Lincoln Heights Elementary Sch is a public elementary school in Scottsbluff, NE, part of SCOTTSBLUFF PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Lincoln Heights Elementary Sch serves approximately 299 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Heights Elementary Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #499 of 967 schools in NE.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Heights Elementary Sch show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • NE avg 6.3

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-2.64 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,908
Chronic Absenteeism10%

Lincoln Heights Elementary Sch — Students at Lincoln Heights Elementary Sch score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 64.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
92%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
47%
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: 6.6/10.

How Lincoln Heights Elementary Sch Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
49th percentile in NE
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.0%

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

2214 AVE C, Scottsbluff, NE 69361

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Heights Elementary Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAKE MINATARE SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Minatare), which scores notably higher. Another option is GEIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Gering), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Scottsbluff, see our Scottsbluff schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.2 mi
School Distance Rating
BLUFFS MIDDLE SCHOOL Scottsbluff 0.3 mi 4.9
EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CENTER Scottsbluff 0.4 mi 3.2
ST AGNES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Scottsbluff 0.4 mi 6.7
COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF WESTERN NEBRASKA Scottsbluff 0.6 mi 6.4
VALLEY VIEW SCHOOL Scottsbluff 0.6 mi
SCOTTSBLUFF SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Scottsbluff 0.6 mi 5.0
WESTMOOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scottsbluff 0.7 mi 6.8
LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scottsbluff 0.6 mi 7.7
ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scottsbluff 1.0 mi 5.6
MERIDIAN SCHOOL Scottsbluff 1.4 mi
HOME BASED Scottsbluff 1.4 mi
EARLY LEARNING CENTER Scottsbluff 1.4 mi
WESTERN NEBRASK CHILD DEV CENTER (WNCDC) Scottsbluff 1.5 mi
NORTHFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gering 2.1 mi 5.1
GERING HIGH SCHOOL Gering 2.5 mi 4.7
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gering 2.9 mi 6.8
GERING EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM Gering 2.9 mi 3.0
GERING MIDDLE SCHOOL Gering 3.0 mi 3.7
GEIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gering 3.8 mi 7.8
LAKE MINATARE SCHOOL Minatare 7.2 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 69361 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,531

Median Home Value

$154,400

Median Rent

$949/mo

Population

16,965

College Educated

27.2%

Homeownership

60.3%

Poverty Rate

15.7%

Median Age

38.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CEDAR BLUFFS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cedar Bluffs, NE 6.3
PLAINVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview, NE 6.3
BATTLE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Battle Creek, NE 6.2
BELLEAIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue, NE 6.2
CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Columbus, NE 6.2
HOLLING HEIGHTS ELEM SCHOOL Omaha, NE 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln Heights Elementary Sch

What grades does Lincoln Heights Elementary Sch serve?

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

How many students attend Lincoln Heights Elementary Sch?

Lincoln Heights Elementary Sch has an enrollment of approximately 299 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Heights Elementary Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Heights Elementary Sch is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lincoln Heights Elementary Sch rank in NE?

Lincoln Heights Elementary Sch ranks #499 of 967 schools in NE.

What is Lincoln Heights Elementary Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Heights Elementary Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Heights Elementary Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Heights Elementary Sch has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lincoln Heights Elementary Sch a charter school?

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

Is Lincoln Heights Elementary Sch a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Scotts Bluff County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.0%

District

SCOTTSBLUFF PUBLIC SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
3,445
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,908
District Rank
#4 of 8

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