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#1000 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 41% in state

Lincoln Elementary School

Elementary School · Dumont Public School District

80 PROSPECT AVE, Dumont, NJ 07628

Enrollment

172

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,000 of 2,466

In Dumont

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Dumont Public School District

Equity

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Lincoln Elementary School

6.8/10

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

Dumont High School

6.4/10

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7.8/10

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About Lincoln Elementary School

Lincoln Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dumont, NJ, part of Dumont Public School District. Lincoln Elementary School serves approximately 172 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,000 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 172 students, Lincoln Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Lincoln Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+10.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+20.8 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,115
Chronic Absenteeism8.1%

Lincoln Elementary School — Students at Lincoln Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

11.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 71.7% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
97.5%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2024
Math
54.1%
ELA
67.1%
2025
Math
58.6%
ELA
64.7%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Lincoln Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
60th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
6.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
12%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.1%

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

80 PROSPECT AVE, Dumont, NJ 07628

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, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Bergenfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Haworth Public School (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Haworth), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Selzer Elementary\Middle School (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dumont, see our Dumont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Dumont High School Dumont 0.3 mi 6.4
Selzer Elementary\Middle School Dumont 0.6 mi 7.8
Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School New Milford 0.5 mi 7.5
David E. Owens Middle School New Milford 0.5 mi 6.9
INSTITUTE FOR EDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT New Milford 0.5 mi
Franklin Elementary School Bergenfield 0.9 mi 8.1
SOLOMON SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL OF BERGEN CO New Milford 0.8 mi 6.1
Bergenfield High School Bergenfield 1.2 mi 6.3
Honiss Elementary\Middle School Dumont 0.9 mi 7.2
New Milford High School New Milford 1.0 mi 6.5
Washington Elementary School Bergenfield 1.2 mi 6.0
Jefferson Elementary School Bergenfield 1.1 mi 6.6
Roy W. Brown Middle School Bergenfield 1.3 mi 7.2
Grant Elementary School Dumont 1.1 mi 5.2
BERGEN CENTER FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT Haworth 1.3 mi
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Oradell 1.3 mi 7.0
Berkley Street School New Milford 1.4 mi 5.1
Lincoln Elementary School Bergenfield 1.7 mi 5.6
HOVNANIAN SCHOOL New Milford 1.5 mi 6.4
Haworth Public School Haworth 1.7 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07628 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$125,585

Median Home Value

$469,900

Median Rent

$1,778/mo

Population

18,072

College Educated

46.8%

Homeownership

72.2%

Avg Commute

32.5 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

42.1

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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 Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?

Lincoln Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 172 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary School is 9.6:1. 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 #1,000 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Lincoln Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% 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?

11.6% 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
66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
49 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
172
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
11.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.1%

District

Dumont Public School District
District Enrollment
2,614
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,115
District Rank
#3 of 5

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