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Lincoln School

Middle School · Fairview Public School District

140 ANDERSON AVENUE, Fairview, NJ 07022

Enrollment

642

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

6.3

Grades

3rd – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,308 of 2,466

In Fairview

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Fairview Public School District

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Lincoln School

6.3/10

Middle School in Fairview · grades 3rd – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lincoln School Annex

4.3/10

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7.0/10

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About Lincoln School

Lincoln School is a public middle school in Fairview, NJ, part of Fairview Public School District. Lincoln School serves approximately 642 students, and covers grades 3rd-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,308 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+6.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.6Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-11.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-28.9 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,562
Chronic Absenteeism21%

Lincoln School — Students at Lincoln School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 31.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
37.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 34.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 48 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
67%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
15%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
9%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
9%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
13%
ELA
20%
2024
Math
22.6%
ELA
18.4%
2025
Math
30.4%
ELA
23.9%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Lincoln School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
47th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.0%

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

140 ANDERSON AVENUE, Fairview, NJ 07022

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Anna L. Klein (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Guttenberg), which scores notably higher. Another option is School #3 (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Cliffside Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, School #4 (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Cliffside Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fairview, see our Fairview schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Lincoln School Annex Fairview 0.1 mi 4.3
School #5 Cliffside Park 0.2 mi 7.0
Number Three School Fairview 0.4 mi 5.7
School #3 Cliffside Park 0.4 mi 7.7
Cliffside Park High School Cliffside Park 0.8 mi 5.0
School #6/Middle School Cliffside Park 0.9 mi 7.2
APPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CLIFFSIDE PARK Cliffside Park 0.9 mi
Horace Mann Elementary School North Bergen 0.9 mi 6.7
Bergen Boulevard School Ridgefield 1.1 mi 6.8
School #4 Cliffside Park 1.1 mi 7.6
Ridgefield Memorial High School Ridgefield 1.2 mi 4.9
Shaler Academy Ridgefield 1.2 mi 7.3
Robert Fulton Elementary School North Bergen 1.2 mi 6.6
Eleanor Van Gelder Edgewater 1.2 mi 6.7
North Bergen High School N. Bergen 1.2 mi 3.4
Polk Street School North Bergen 1.3 mi 3.7
CHILDRENS HOME MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cliffside Park 1.4 mi
Anna L. Klein Guttenberg 1.5 mi 8.3
Slocum Skewes School Ridgefield 1.6 mi 6.7
Palisades Park Jr-Sr High School Palisades Park 1.7 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07022 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,152

Median Home Value

$512,100

Median Rent

$1,597/mo

Population

14,920

College Educated

23.6%

Homeownership

34.8%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

17.7%

Median Age

39

Similar Schools

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

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Berkeley Township Elementary School Bayville, NJ 6.3
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Hopatcong Middle School Hopatcong, NJ 6.3
Joseph E. Soehl Middle School Linden, NJ 6.3
Southern Regional Middle School Manahawkin, NJ 6.3
Willingboro Memorial Middle School Willingboro, NJ 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln School

What grades does Lincoln School serve?

Lincoln School serves students in grades 3rd through 8th.

How many students attend Lincoln School?

Lincoln School has an enrollment of approximately 642 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lincoln School rank in NJ?

Lincoln School ranks #1,308 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Lincoln School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lincoln School a charter school?

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

Is Lincoln School a Title I school?

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

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

69.0% of students at Lincoln 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
84 Very Walkable
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 8th
Enrollment
642
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.0%

District

Fairview Public School District
District Enrollment
1,586
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,562
District Rank
#1 of 3

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