Skip to main content

Average

#941 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 38% in state

Lincoln Elementary School

Elementary School · Edison Township School District

53 BROOKVILLE ROAD, Edison, NJ 08817

Enrollment

948

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#941 of 2,466

In Edison

#5 of 20

public schools

In district

#4 of 19

Edison Township School District

Equity

8.9 / 10

Excellent

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Lincoln Elementary School?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Lincoln Elementary School

6.9/10

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

Little Genius Academy

Nearby

0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Edison Early Learning Center

6.0/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Lincoln Elementary School

Lincoln Elementary School is a public elementary school in Edison, NJ, part of Edison Township School District. Lincoln Elementary School serves approximately 948 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #941 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Elementary School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency67% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency69.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+19.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+25.7 pts
Overall Proficiency68% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+11.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment2.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,118
Chronic Absenteeism18.8%

Lincoln Elementary School — Students at Lincoln Elementary School score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 69.5% (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
88%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
70%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
66%
ELA
75%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
51%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
51%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
66%
ELA
68%
2024
Math
61.5%
ELA
69.4%
2025
Math
67%
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: 7.6/10.

How Lincoln Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
62th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
65 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

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

53 BROOKVILLE ROAD, Edison, NJ 08817

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Benjamin Franklin Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Campbell Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Metuchen), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Edison, see our Edison schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
LITTLE GENIUS ACADEMY Edison 0.3 mi
Edison Early Learning Center Edison 0.5 mi 6.0
Edison High School Edison 0.6 mi 4.4
Washington Elementary School Edison 0.8 mi 7.6
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School Edison 1.1 mi 7.3
THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Edison 1.2 mi 6.6
Edison Academy Magnet School Edison 1.4 mi 7.6
Edgar Middle School Metuchen 1.2 mi 8.6
EDGAR EARLY LEARNING CENTER Metuchen 1.3 mi
APPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF EDISON Edison 1.3 mi
PRECIOUS GEMS MONTESSORI Metuchen 1.6 mi
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Edison 1.5 mi 5.9
NEW FRIENDS CHILDCARE & PRESCHOOL Edison 1.8 mi
Campbell Elementary School Metuchen 1.8 mi 6.9
JOHN KENNEY CHILD CARE CENTER HELLER PARK Edison 1.9 mi
CALLICORP DBA FRIENDS OF THE FAMILY CHILD CARE CEN Metuchen 1.8 mi
ST FRANCIS CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Metuchen 1.9 mi 5.6
Lindeneau Elementary School Edison 1.8 mi 6.8
LITTLE FLOWER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Edison 1.7 mi 5.4
Mildred B. Moss Elementary School Metuchen 1.8 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08817 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,734

Median Home Value

$411,100

Median Rent

$1,946/mo

Population

47,924

College Educated

48.5%

Homeownership

53.9%

Avg Commute

30.6 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

38.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Campbell Elementary School Metuchen, NJ 6.9
Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30 Elizabeth, NJ 6.9
Cornelia F. Bradford School Jersey City, NJ 6.9
Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School Jersey City, NJ 6.9
East Dover Elementary School Toms River, NJ 6.9
John P. Faber Elementary School Dunellen, NJ 6.9

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 948 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary School is 14.6:1. 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 #941 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Lincoln Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 70% 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?

21.0% 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.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
56 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
948
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
65
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.