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Lincoln Elementary School

Elementary School · Bergenfield Borough School District

115 HIGHVIEW AVENUE, Bergenfield, NJ 07621

Enrollment

440

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,678 of 2,466

In Bergenfield

#7 of 7

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

Bergenfield Borough School District

Equity

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Lincoln Elementary School

5.6/10

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

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6.3/10

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7.2/10

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About Lincoln Elementary School

Lincoln Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bergenfield, NJ, part of Bergenfield Borough School District. Lincoln Elementary School serves approximately 440 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,678 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Elementary School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency69.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+19.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+25.7 pts
Overall Proficiency69% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+18.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,439
Chronic Absenteeism9.5%

Lincoln Elementary School — Students at Lincoln Elementary School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 67.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 70.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2024
Math
67.7%
ELA
75.1%
2025
Math
67.4%
ELA
69.6%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Lincoln Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
32th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.5%

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

115 HIGHVIEW AVENUE, Bergenfield, NJ 07621

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Franklin Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is William Cullen Bryant School (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Teaneck), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hoover Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bergenfield, see our Bergenfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Bergenfield High School Bergenfield 0.5 mi 6.3
Roy W. Brown Middle School Bergenfield 0.6 mi 7.2
MAAYANOT YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Teaneck 0.8 mi 6.5
Franklin Elementary School Bergenfield 0.8 mi 8.1
SINAI HIGH SCHOOL AT TABC Teaneck 0.9 mi
YESHIVAT HE'ATID Teaneck 0.9 mi 6.7
Hoover Elementary School Bergenfield 0.7 mi 6.9
John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School Teaneck 0.9 mi 5.4
William Cullen Bryant School Teaneck 1.0 mi 8.1
Washington Elementary School Bergenfield 1.0 mi 6.0
Benjamin Franklin Middle School Teaneck 1.2 mi 8.0
Berkley Street School New Milford 1.1 mi 5.1
HOVNANIAN SCHOOL New Milford 1.2 mi 6.4
David E. Owens Middle School New Milford 1.4 mi 6.9
WILBERT F MAYS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Teaneck 1.4 mi 4.7
COMMUNITY SCHOOL Teaneck 1.6 mi 7.8
SOLOMON SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL OF BERGEN CO New Milford 1.5 mi 6.1
INSTITUTE FOR EDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT New Milford 1.7 mi
Lincoln Elementary School Dumont 1.7 mi 6.8
THE COMMUNITY SCHOOL INC. Teaneck 1.7 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07621 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$124,083

Median Home Value

$469,200

Median Rent

$1,744/mo

Population

28,269

College Educated

47.7%

Homeownership

70.6%

Avg Commute

32.8 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

40.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln Elementary School

What grades does Lincoln Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?

Lincoln Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 440 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lincoln Elementary School rank in NJ?

Lincoln Elementary School ranks #1,678 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Lincoln Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Elementary School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lincoln Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Lincoln Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

32.0% of students at Lincoln 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
60 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.5%

District

Bergenfield Borough School District
District Enrollment
3,710
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,439
District Rank
#7 of 7

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