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Lincoln School

Elementary School · Nutley Public School District

301 HARRISON ST, Nutley, NJ 07110

Enrollment

447

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,809 of 2,466

In Nutley

#7 of 7

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

Nutley Public School District

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Lincoln School

5.4/10

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

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About Lincoln School

Lincoln School is a public elementary school in Nutley, NJ, part of Nutley Public School District. Lincoln School serves approximately 447 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,809 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-5.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.4 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-7.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,615
Chronic Absenteeism29.3%

Lincoln School — Students at Lincoln School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 56.7% (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
78%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
43%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
40%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
43.3%
ELA
55.8%
2025
Math
42.5%
ELA
57.3%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Lincoln School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
27th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.3%

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

301 HARRISON ST, Nutley, NJ 07110

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brookdale Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Bloomfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Spring Garden School (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Belleville PS5 (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Belleville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nutley, see our Nutley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
HOLY FAMILY DAY NURSERY AND CONVENT Nutley 0.4 mi
Radcliffe School Nutley 0.6 mi 6.0
John H. Walker Middle School Nutley 0.6 mi 6.7
Nutley High School Nutley 0.6 mi 5.6
Demarest Elementary School Bloomfield 0.8 mi 7.5
Belleville High School Belleville 0.8 mi 4.2
The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen Bloomfield 0.8 mi 3.7
Belleville PS7 Belleville 0.9 mi 7.6
Franklin Elementary School Bloomfield 0.8 mi 6.8
MAARIF SCHOOL Bloomfield 0.8 mi 7.4
Spring Garden School Nutley 1.1 mi 8.1
Bloomfield Middle School Bloomfield 1.0 mi 5.7
Belleville PS5 Belleville 1.1 mi 8.0
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Bloomfield 1.3 mi 6.5
Belleville PS10 Belleville 1.4 mi 6.9
Brookdale Elementary School Bloomfield 1.5 mi 8.8
SANDY LANE NURSERY SCHOOL Belleville 1.6 mi
Yantacaw School Nutley 1.3 mi 6.4
THE PHOENIX CENTER Nutley 1.2 mi 7.3
RAINBOW MONTESSORI INC Bloomfield 1.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,215

Median Home Value

$489,900

Median Rent

$1,698/mo

Population

29,746

College Educated

50.2%

Homeownership

68.6%

Avg Commute

33.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln School

What grades does Lincoln School serve?

Lincoln School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Lincoln School?

Lincoln School has an enrollment of approximately 447 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lincoln School rank in NJ?

Lincoln School ranks #1,809 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Lincoln School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% 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?

19.5% 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
75 Very Walkable
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.3%

District

Nutley Public School District
District Enrollment
4,284
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,615
District Rank
#7 of 7

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