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#190 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 8% in state

Lincoln Elementary School

Elementary School · Ridgefield Park Public School District

712 LINCOLN AVENUE, Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660

Enrollment

341

Student-Teacher

8.1:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#190 of 2,466

In Ridgefield Park

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Ridgefield Park Public School District

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Lincoln Elementary School

8.5/10

Elementary School in Ridgefield Park · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lincoln Elementary School

Lincoln Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ridgefield Park, NJ, part of Ridgefield Park Public School District. Lincoln Elementary School serves approximately 341 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #190 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.1
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 8.1:1 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 Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+5.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+6.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.8 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+15.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,468
Chronic Absenteeism11.7%

Lincoln Elementary School — Students at Lincoln Elementary School score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 58.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 45 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%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
47.7%
ELA
52.7%
2025
Math
54.3%
ELA
56.7%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Lincoln Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.5/10
92th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.7%

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

712 LINCOLN AVENUE, Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Teaneck Community Charter school (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Teaneck), with a very similar rating. Another option is Jackson Avenue (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Hackensack), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Moonachie Campus (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Lodi), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ridgefield Park, see our Ridgefield Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
E. Roy Bixby Bogota 0.5 mi 5.1
Roosevelt Elementary School Ridgefield Park 0.5 mi 6.7
Ridgefield Park Jr Sr High School Ridgefield Park 0.7 mi 6.5
Bogota Middle School Bogota 0.9 mi 6.2
YCS GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL Hackensack 0.7 mi
Grant Elementary School Ridgefield Park 1.0 mi 6.1
Jackson Avenue Hackensack 0.8 mi 8.2
Bogota Jr./Sr. High School Bogota 1.1 mi 7.2
Lillian M. Steen Bogota 1.2 mi 6.1
Memorial School South Hackensack 1.1 mi 5.8
Memorial Middle School Little Ferry 1.3 mi 7.6
Teaneck Community Charter school Teaneck 1.5 mi 8.7
Washington Elementary School Little Ferry 1.4 mi 4.2
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Teaneck 1.6 mi 7.4
ACADEMY OF GREATNESS AND EXCELLENCE Teaneck 1.8 mi 6.9
NEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, INC Palisades Park 1.5 mi
Moonachie Campus Lodi 1.7 mi 8.1
Robert L. Craig School Moonachie 1.7 mi 7.7
Bergen County Technical High School - Teterboro Teterboro 1.5 mi 8.8
Nathaniel Hawthorne Elementary School Teaneck 1.7 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07660 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,184

Median Home Value

$459,400

Median Rent

$1,633/mo

Population

13,167

College Educated

35.5%

Homeownership

57.3%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

13%

Median Age

38

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Harmony Elementary School New Monmouth, NJ 8.5
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Julia A. Barnes School Jersey City, NJ 8.5
Kirby's Mill Elementary School Medford, NJ 8.5

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 6th.

How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?

Lincoln Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 341 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary School is 8.1:1. 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 #190 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Lincoln Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% 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?

49.6% 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
76 Very Walkable
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.7%

District

Ridgefield Park Public School District
District Enrollment
2,144
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,468
District Rank
#1 of 4

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