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#143 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 6% in state

Lincoln Elementary School

Elementary School · Hasbrouck Heights School District

BURTON & PATERSON AVES, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ 07604

Enrollment

381

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#143 of 2,466

In Hasbrouck Heights

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Hasbrouck Heights School District

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Lincoln Elementary School

8.6/10

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

Hasbrouck Heights Middle School

8.5/10

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8.7/10

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About Lincoln Elementary School

Lincoln Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hasbrouck Heights, NJ, part of Hasbrouck Heights School District. Lincoln Elementary School serves approximately 381 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #143 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.9
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+11.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency73.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+12.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+29.3 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+8.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,277
Chronic Absenteeism7.6%

Lincoln Elementary School — Students at Lincoln Elementary School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 59.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 66.0% (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
85%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
81%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
48.8%
ELA
62%
2025
Math
60.4%
ELA
73.2%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Lincoln Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.6/10
94th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
5.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.6%

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

BURTON & PATERSON AVES, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ 07604

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Euclid Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Fanny Meyer Hillers (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Hackensack), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Wood-Ridge), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hasbrouck Heights, see our Hasbrouck Heights schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Hasbrouck Heights Middle School Hasbrouck Heights 0.3 mi 8.5
Hasbrouck Heights High School Hasbrouck Heights 0.3 mi 8.7
CORPUS CHRISTI SCHOOL Hasbrouck Heights 0.4 mi 7.0
Euclid Elementary School Hasbrouck Heights 0.8 mi 9.2
Hilltop School Lodi 0.7 mi 5.2
Lodi MS HS Lodi 0.9 mi 5.9
Bergen County Technical High School - Teterboro Teterboro 0.8 mi 8.8
Wilson School Lodi 1.0 mi 5.7
Fanny Meyer Hillers Hackensack 1.2 mi 8.4
Wood-Ridge Jr/Sr High School Wood-Ridge 1.3 mi 6.4
Washington School Lodi 1.5 mi 7.7
Roosevelt School Lodi 1.2 mi 6.9
Memorial School South Hackensack 1.2 mi 5.8
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION HIGH SCHOOL Lodi 1.2 mi 6.3
FELICIAN SCHOOL FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN Lodi 1.3 mi
Wood-Ridge Intermediate School Wood-Ridge 1.5 mi 7.4
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Lodi 1.4 mi 7.1
Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School Wood-Ridge 1.5 mi 8.3
Columbus School Lodi 1.6 mi 7.0
Hackensack High School Hackensack 1.7 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07604 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$118,670

Median Home Value

$508,500

Median Rent

$1,605/mo

Population

12,067

College Educated

42.2%

Homeownership

70.3%

Avg Commute

31.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

44.2

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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 381 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary School is 13.6:1. 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 #143 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Lincoln Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% 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?

17.1% 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
83 Very Walkable
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.6%

District

Hasbrouck Heights School District
District Enrollment
1,694
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,277
District Rank
#3 of 4

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