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#116 of 1,747 schools in OK

Top 7% in state

Lincoln ES

Elementary School · ALVA

1540 Davis Street, Alva, OK 73717

Enrollment

136

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

8.3

Grades

4th – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Alva

#1 of 5

public schools

Oklahoma elementary schools

#66 of 915

In district

#1 of 5

ALVA

School environment

8.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Lincoln ES

Lincoln ES is a public elementary school in Alva, OK, part of the ALVA. The school serves approximately 136 students in grades 4th – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 93.4th percentile among OK schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 37% proficiency in math and 39% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.8/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $45,972, where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a remote town setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 136 students, Lincoln ES is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.22 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42%
Reading/ELA Proficiency37%
Overall Proficiency40%
Expected (poverty-adj.)36%
vs. Expected+4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,003

Lincoln ES — Students at Lincoln ES score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 37.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.7%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from OK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
37%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Lincoln ES Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
93th percentile in OK
Academic
8.5/10
8.5/10
Growth
8.0/10
Above average
Environment
8.8/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers

Location

1540 Davis Street, Alva, OK 73717

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BURLINGTON ES (rated 8.8/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Burlington), which scores slightly higher. Another option is TIMBERLAKE ES (rated 8.5/10, 28.4 miles away, in nearby Jet), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CHEROKEE ES (rated 8.2/10, 17.9 miles away, in nearby Cherokee), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Alva, see our Alva schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 28.4 mi
School Distance Rating
WASHINGTON ES Alva 0.9 mi 7.3
ALVA MS Alva 1.0 mi 7.2
LONGFELLOW ES Alva 1.0 mi 6.0
ALVA HS Alva 1.2 mi 8.1
BURLINGTON ES Burlington 15.6 mi 8.8
BURLINGTON HS Burlington 15.6 mi 9.2
WAYNOKA ES Waynoka 17.7 mi 6.5
WAYNOKA HS Waynoka 17.7 mi 6.0
South Barber Pre-K-6 Kiowa 18.7 mi 7.7
South Barber 7-12 Kiowa 19.4 mi 5.5
CHEROKEE HS Cherokee 17.6 mi 7.0
CHEROKEE MS Cherokee 17.6 mi 7.5
CHEROKEE ES Cherokee 17.9 mi 8.2
ALINE-CLEO HS Aline 22.8 mi 7.6
FREEDOM ES Freedom 24.6 mi
FREEDOM HS Freedom 24.6 mi
ALINE-CLEO ES Cleo Springs 29.5 mi 6.0
TIMBERLAKE HS Helena 27.7 mi 8.9
Medicine Lodge Grade School Medicine Lodge 34.5 mi 8.2
TIMBERLAKE ES Jet 28.4 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 73717 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,972

Median Home Value

$142,500

Median Rent

$808/mo

Population

6,800

College Educated

35.6%

Homeownership

57.2%

Poverty Rate

20.3%

Median Age

30.9

Community Profile

The community surrounding Lincoln ES has a median household income of $45,972. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $142,500, with a median rent of $808/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
REYDON ES Reydon, OK 8.3
ST PIUS X SCHOOL Tulsa, OK 8.3
DEER CREEK-LAMONT ES Deer Creek, OK 8.4
SMITHVILLE ES Smithville, OK 8.4
CHEROKEE ES Cherokee, OK 8.2
CHOUTEAU ES Chouteau, OK 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln ES

What grades does Lincoln ES serve?

Lincoln ES serves students in grades 4th through 5th.

How many students attend Lincoln ES?

Lincoln ES has an enrollment of approximately 136 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln ES is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lincoln ES rank in OK?

Lincoln ES is ranked #116 out of 1,747 schools in OK.

What is Lincoln ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln ES has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Lincoln ES?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Lincoln ES has 37.0% math proficiency and 38.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Lincoln ES a charter school?

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

Is Lincoln ES a Title I school?

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

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

51.5% of students at Lincoln ES 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
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (845/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Alva). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Woods County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

ALVA
District Enrollment
1,033
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,496
District Rank
#1 of 5

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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