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#2453 of 4,742 schools in NY
Lincoln School
Elementary School · SCOTIA-GLENVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
40 ALBION ST, Scotia, NY 12302
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,453 of 4,742
In Scotia
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
SCOTIA-GLENVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Lincoln School
Lincoln School is a public elementary school in Scotia, NY, part of SCOTIA-GLENVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lincoln School serves approximately 212 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,453 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Lincoln School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Lincoln School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
33% of students at Lincoln School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Lincoln School — Students at Lincoln School score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.3/10.
How Lincoln School Compares
See how Lincoln School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
40 ALBION ST, Scotia, NY 12302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lincoln School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GLENDAAL SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SACANDAGA SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GLEN-WORDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Scotia, see our Scotia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,156
Median Home Value
$240,700
Median Rent
$1,207/mo
Population
27,470
College Educated
41.7%
Homeownership
74.5%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
43.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lincoln School
What grades does Lincoln School serve?
Lincoln School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lincoln School?
Lincoln School has an enrollment of approximately 212 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lincoln School rank in NY?
Lincoln School ranks #2,453 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Lincoln School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lincoln School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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?
34.9% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 212
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Schenectady County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.5%
- Phone
- (518) 382-1296
Resources & Links
District
SCOTIA-GLENVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,195
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,004
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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