Very Good
#650 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 26% in state
Lincoln Avenue Elementary School
Elementary School · ORANGE BOARD OF EDUCATION School District
216 LINCOLN AVE, Orange, NJ 07050
Enrollment
708
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
708
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#650 of 2,466
In Orange
#3 of 11
public schools
In district
#3 of 12
ORANGE BOARD OF EDUCATION School District
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Lincoln Avenue Elementary School
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About Lincoln Avenue Elementary School
Lincoln Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Orange, NJ, part of ORANGE BOARD OF EDUCATION School District. Lincoln Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 708 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #650 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Avenue Elementary School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Lincoln Avenue Elementary School — Students at Lincoln Avenue Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 49 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.8/10.
How Lincoln Avenue Elementary School Compares
See how Lincoln Avenue Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
216 LINCOLN AVE, Orange, NJ 07050
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lincoln Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GOLDA OCH ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby West Orange), with a very similar rating. Another option is Cleveland Street Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Forest Street Community Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Orange, see our Orange schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07050 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,109
Median Home Value
$336,200
Median Rent
$1,427/mo
Population
33,856
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
23.7%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
21.1%
Median Age
35.1
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| A Chester Redshaw School New Brunswick, NJ | 7.5 |
| Albio Sires Elementary School West New York, NJ | 7.5 |
| Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School New Milford, NJ | 7.5 |
| Clinton Public School Clinton, NJ | 7.5 |
| Cold Springs School Gloucester City, NJ | 7.5 |
| Demarest Elementary School Bloomfield, NJ | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lincoln Avenue Elementary School
What grades does Lincoln Avenue Elementary School serve?
Lincoln Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend Lincoln Avenue Elementary School?
Lincoln Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 708 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Avenue Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Avenue Elementary School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lincoln Avenue Elementary School rank in NJ?
Lincoln Avenue Elementary School ranks #650 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Lincoln Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lincoln Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Avenue Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Avenue Elementary School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lincoln Avenue Elementary School a charter school?
No, Lincoln Avenue Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lincoln Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Lincoln Avenue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lincoln Avenue Elementary School?
70.8% of students at Lincoln Avenue 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 7th
- Enrollment
- 708
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.4%
- Phone
- (973) 677-4130
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE BOARD OF EDUCATION School District- District Enrollment
- 5,918
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,729
- District Rank
- #3 of 12
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