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#1587 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 46% in state

Lincoln Park Elementary School

Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District

579 E Markison Ave, Columbus, OH 43207

Enrollment

240

Student-Teacher

18.5:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,587 of 3,441

In Columbus

#37 of 224

public schools

In district

#9 of 114

Columbus City Schools District

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Lincoln Park Elementary School

6.6/10

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

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4.5/10

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2.7/10

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About Lincoln Park Elementary School

Lincoln Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Lincoln Park Elementary School serves approximately 240 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,587 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Park Elementary School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Lincoln Park Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

65% of students at Lincoln Park Elementary 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.79 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics3.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio18.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,308
Chronic Absenteeism64.6%

Lincoln Park Elementary School — Students at Lincoln Park Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 32.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2010
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
18.2%
ELA
35.2%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Lincoln Park Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.6/10
54th percentile in OH
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
13 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
64.6%

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

579 E Markison Ave, Columbus, OH 43207

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Summit Academy Community School-Columbus (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Capital Collegiate Preparatory Academy (rated 6.2/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
South High School Columbus 0.7 mi 4.5
Focus Learning Academy of Southwestern Columbus Columbus 0.6 mi 2.7
Southwood Elementary School Columbus 0.7 mi 4.0
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Columbus 0.9 mi 6.1
Siebert Elementary School Columbus 1.0 mi 5.3
Moler Elementary School Columbus 0.9 mi 3.3
Stewart Alternative Elementary School Columbus 1.2 mi 4.7
Livingston Elementary School Columbus 1.4 mi 4.4
South Columbus Preparatory Academy at German Village Columbus 1.4 mi 2.0
ST MARY SCHOOL Columbus 1.5 mi 6.2
Ohio Avenue Elementary School Columbus 1.8 mi 4.0
Marion-Franklin High School Columbus 1.6 mi 2.9
Buckeye Middle School Columbus 1.9 mi 4.9
Summit Academy Middle School - Columbus Columbus 1.6 mi 6.4
Summit Academy Transition High School-Columbus Columbus 1.6 mi 4.2
Summit Academy Community School-Columbus Columbus 1.6 mi 7.7
AKILI CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Columbus 1.9 mi 7.2
Columbus Downtown High School Columbus 1.9 mi 4.4
Capital Collegiate Preparatory Academy Columbus 1.8 mi 6.2
CRISTO REY COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL Columbus 2.1 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,307

Median Home Value

$156,200

Median Rent

$1,115/mo

Population

46,810

College Educated

16.4%

Homeownership

59.3%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

18.7%

Median Age

39.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln Park Elementary School

What grades does Lincoln Park Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Lincoln Park Elementary School?

Lincoln Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 240 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Park Elementary School is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lincoln Park Elementary School rank in OH?

Lincoln Park Elementary School ranks #1,587 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Lincoln Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Park Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Park Elementary School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lincoln Park Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Lincoln Park Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
240
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
64.6%

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