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Abraham Lincoln School No. 14

Elementary School · Elizabeth Public Schools

50 Grove Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Enrollment

786

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,476 of 2,466

In Elizabeth

#22 of 37

public schools

In district

#22 of 37

Elizabeth Public Schools

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Abraham Lincoln School No. 14

6.0/10

Elementary School in Elizabeth · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26

8.7/10

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5.5/10

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About Abraham Lincoln School No. 14

Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 is a public elementary school in Elizabeth, NJ, part of Elizabeth Public Schools. Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 serves approximately 786 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,476 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-18.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.8 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+8.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,711
Chronic Absenteeism18.4%

Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 — Students at Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

83.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 34.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 42.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 53 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
61%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
50%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
18%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
20.1%
ELA
37.9%
2025
Math
22.7%
ELA
36.1%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 Compares

See how Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
40th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
6.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
68 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.4%

Location

50 Grove Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 (rated 8.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Victor Mravlag School No. 21 (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Joseph Battin School No 4 (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Elizabeth, see our Elizabeth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 Elizabeth 0.5 mi 8.7
Frances C. Smith Early Childhood Center No 50 Elizabeth 0.5 mi 5.5
JEWISH EDUCATIONAL CENTER LOWER SCHOOL Elizabeth 0.6 mi 4.5
Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 Elizabeth 0.6 mi 6.6
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy Elizabeth 0.6 mi 7.8
Elmora School No. 12 Elizabeth 0.7 mi 6.3
K. Johnson D. Vaughan and M. Jackson STEM Academy Elizabeth 0.6 mi 3.4
Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27 Elizabeth 0.9 mi 6.3
Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy Elizabeth 0.9 mi 4.8
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy Elizabeth 0.9 mi 4.0
Number 4 Linden 1.0 mi 4.6
Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy Elizabeth 0.9 mi 4.6
Elizabeth High School - Frank J Cicarell Academy Elizabeth 1.0 mi 8.2
Mabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Elizabeth 1.1 mi 6.7
Winfield Scott School No. 2 Elizabeth 1.0 mi 6.7
Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical Academy Elizabeth 1.1 mi 5.0
Joseph Battin School No 4 Elizabeth 1.2 mi 6.8
Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51 Elizabeth 1.3 mi 5.4
Nicholas Murray Butler Academy School No. 23 Elizabeth 1.4 mi 6.1
Victor Mravlag School No. 21 Elizabeth 1.2 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,071

Median Home Value

$358,000

Median Rent

$1,508/mo

Population

44,638

College Educated

12.6%

Homeownership

26.2%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Median Age

36.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Abraham Lincoln School No. 14

What grades does Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 serve?

Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Abraham Lincoln School No. 14?

Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 has an enrollment of approximately 786 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Abraham Lincoln School No. 14?

The student-teacher ratio at Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 rank in NJ?

Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 ranks #1,476 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Abraham Lincoln School No. 14's MySchoolScout rating?

Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Abraham Lincoln School No. 14?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 a charter school?

No, Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 a Title I school?

No, Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Abraham Lincoln School No. 14?

83.8% of students at Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 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
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
53 Good Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
786
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
68
Free/Reduced Lunch
83.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Union County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.4%

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