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#150 of 480 schools in NH

Top 31% in state

Lincoln Street Elementary School

Elementary School · Exeter School District

25 Lincoln St., Exeter, NH 03833

Enrollment

417

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

7.1

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Hampshire schools

#150 of 480

In Exeter

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Exeter School District

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Lincoln Street Elementary School

7.1/10

Elementary School in Exeter · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.0/10

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6.1/10

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About Lincoln Street Elementary School

Lincoln Street Elementary School is a public elementary school in Exeter, NH, part of Exeter School District. Lincoln Street Elementary School serves approximately 417 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #150 of 480 schools in NH.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Street Elementary School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.5
  • NH avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,939
Chronic Absenteeism14.6%

Lincoln Street Elementary School — Students at Lincoln Street Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

14.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 71.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 75.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
90%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
64%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
70%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
71%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
71%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
58%
ELA
59%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Lincoln Street Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
69th percentile in NH
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.6%

Location

25 Lincoln St., Exeter, NH 03833

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Street Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Virtual Learning Academy (E) (rated 9.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Main Street School (rated 8.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Kensington Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Kensington), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Exeter, see our Exeter schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Main Street School Exeter 0.2 mi 8.0
Great Bay Charter School (H) Exeter 0.3 mi 6.1
Great Bay Charter School (M) Exeter 0.3 mi 3.6
Virtual Learning Academy (H) Exeter 0.3 mi 7.7
Virtual Learning Academy (E) Exeter 0.3 mi 9.3
PHILLIPS EXETER ACADEMY Exeter 0.3 mi 8.0
SEACOAST PERFORMANCE ACADEMY Exeter 1.2 mi 4.5
Coastal Waters Chartered Public School (E) Exeter 1.9 mi 5.3
Coastal Waters Chartered Public School (H) Exeter 1.9 mi
BUILDING BLOCK COMMONS Exeter 2.2 mi 6.6
APPLESEEDS DAY SCHOOL Exeter 2.2 mi
Kensington Elementary School Kensington 3.6 mi 8.0
Cooperative Middle School Stratham 2.8 mi 6.4
Newfields Elementary School Newfields 3.9 mi 5.2
Exeter High School Exeter 3.4 mi 8.2
East Kingston Elementary School East Kingston 4.7 mi 6.8
ACORN SCHOOL Stratham 4.5 mi
Stratham Memorial School Stratham 5.1 mi 7.7
Newmarket Elementary School Newmarket 6.4 mi 7.8
Newmarket Jr.-Sr. High School Newmarket 6.6 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03833 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,566

Median Home Value

$456,000

Median Rent

$1,632/mo

Population

22,676

College Educated

54.4%

Homeownership

73.6%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

44.5

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
New Boston Central School New Boston, NH 7.1
Mill Brook School Concord, NH 7.0
Highbridge Hill Elementary School New Ipswich, NH 7.2
Richard Maghakian Memorial School Brookline, NH 7.2
Charlotte Ave Elementary School Nashua, NH 6.9
Berlin Elementary School Berlin, NH 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln Street Elementary School

What grades does Lincoln Street Elementary School serve?

Lincoln Street Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Lincoln Street Elementary School?

Lincoln Street Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 417 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Street Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Street Elementary School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lincoln Street Elementary School rank in NH?

Lincoln Street Elementary School ranks #150 of 480 schools in NH.

What is Lincoln Street Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Street Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Street Elementary School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lincoln Street Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Lincoln Street Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

14.9% of students at Lincoln Street Elementary School 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
75 Very Walkable
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
14.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Rockingham County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.6%

District

Exeter School District
District Enrollment
808
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,939
District Rank
#2 of 2

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