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#79 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 3% in state

Lincoln Middle School

Middle School · Hawthorne Public School District

230 HAWTHORNE AVENUE, Hawthorne, NJ 07506

Enrollment

490

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

8.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#79 of 2,466

In Hawthorne

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Hawthorne Public School District

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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8.8/10

Middle School in Hawthorne · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lincoln Middle School

Lincoln Middle School is a public middle school in Hawthorne, NJ, part of Hawthorne Public School District. Lincoln Middle School serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #79 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Middle School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.9 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • NJ avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Lincoln Middle 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 Progress9.8Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+10.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.2Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+4.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.8 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+11.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,543
Chronic Absenteeism11.2%

Lincoln Middle School — Students at Lincoln Middle School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

37.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
34.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 63.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
55.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 42 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
64%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
31%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
53%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
53%
2022
Math
24%
ELA
55%
2024
Math
33.2%
ELA
64%
2025
Math
45.9%
ELA
72.4%

* 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 Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.8/10
97th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.2%

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

230 HAWTHORNE AVENUE, Hawthorne, NJ 07506

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Glen Rock Middle School (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Glen Rock), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Memorial Middle School (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Fair Lawn), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hawthorne, see our Hawthorne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Hawthorne 0.2 mi 6.2
Hawthorne High School Hawthorne 0.5 mi 5.1
School 18 Paterson 0.9 mi 6.3
Roosevelt Elementary School Hawthorne 1.0 mi 8.2
Richard E Byrd School Glen Rock 1.0 mi 5.7
ACADEMY OF OUR LADY AT ST CATHARINE Glen Rock 1.0 mi 5.8
Alexander Hamilton School Glen Rock 1.0 mi 6.6
Westmoreland Elementary School Fair Lawn 1.1 mi 8.0
Washington Elementary School Hawthorne 1.2 mi 5.9
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School Hawthorne 1.4 mi 8.6
Memorial Middle School Fair Lawn 1.5 mi 7.9
HAWTHORNE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hawthorne 1.7 mi 6.8
John A. Forrest Elementary School Fair Lawn 1.6 mi 8.9
School 10 Paterson 1.8 mi 5.0
Central School Glen Rock 1.5 mi 7.8
School 21 Paterson 1.9 mi 4.2
Glen Rock High School Glen Rock 1.5 mi 6.8
Glen Rock Middle School Glen Rock 1.5 mi 8.9
Prospect Park School No. 1 Prospect Park 1.7 mi 3.1
AL-HIKMAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Prospect Park 1.8 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07506 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$118,093

Median Home Value

$499,200

Median Rent

$1,828/mo

Population

19,472

College Educated

45.3%

Homeownership

68.2%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

42.3

Similar Schools

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

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Richard Butler School Butler, NJ 8.8
Union School Rutherford, NJ 8.8
Westwood Regional Middle School Westwood, NJ 8.8
East Brook Middle School Paramus, NJ 8.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln Middle School

What grades does Lincoln Middle School serve?

Lincoln Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Lincoln Middle School?

Lincoln Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Middle School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lincoln Middle School rank in NJ?

Lincoln Middle School ranks #79 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Lincoln Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Middle School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lincoln Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Lincoln Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

37.3% of students at Lincoln Middle 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
77 Very Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
37.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Passaic County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.2%

District

Hawthorne Public School District
District Enrollment
2,207
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,543
District Rank
#1 of 5

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