Below Average
#2340 of 2,846 schools in PA
Lincoln EL Sch
Elementary School · Pottstown SD
461 N York St, Pottstown, PA 19464
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,340 of 2,846
In Pottstown
#11 of 15
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Pottstown SD
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Lincoln EL Sch
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About Lincoln EL Sch
Lincoln EL Sch is a public elementary school in Pottstown, PA, part of Pottstown SD. Lincoln EL Sch serves approximately 328 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,340 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Lincoln EL Sch show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Lincoln EL Sch 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 EL Sch — Students at Lincoln EL Sch score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from PA 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: 4.3/10.
How Lincoln EL Sch Compares
See how Lincoln EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
461 N York St, Pottstown, PA 19464
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lincoln EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ringing Rocks El Sch (rated 9.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Coventry El Sch (rated 9.0/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Coventry El Sch (rated 8.8/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pottstown, see our Pottstown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pottstown MS Pottstown | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Pottstown HS Pottstown | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| THE HILL SCHOOL Pottstown | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Franklin El Sch Pottstown | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Pottsgrove MS Pottstown | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| COTTAGE SEVEN ACADEMY Pottstown | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| CREATIVE MINDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Pottstown | 1.5 mi | — |
| Barth El Sch Pottstown | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| WEST-MONT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pottstown | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| MALVERN ACADEMY Stowe | 1.4 mi | — |
| Pottsgrove SHS Pottstown | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| BUXMONT ACADEMY Pipersville | 1.7 mi | — |
| Rupert El Sch Pottstown | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Ringing Rocks El Sch Pottstown | 1.7 mi | 9.5 |
| WYNDCROFT SCHOOL Pottstown | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| North Coventry El Sch Pottstown | 2.4 mi | 8.8 |
| West Pottsgrove El Sch Stowe | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Lower Pottsgrove El Sch Pottstown | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| COVENTRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS, INC. Pottstown | 2.9 mi | 7.5 |
| East Coventry El Sch Pottstown | 3.8 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19464 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,338
Median Home Value
$231,700
Median Rent
$1,226/mo
Population
48,084
College Educated
27.8%
Homeownership
65.2%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
38.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lincoln EL Sch
What grades does Lincoln EL Sch serve?
Lincoln EL Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Lincoln EL Sch?
Lincoln EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 328 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln EL Sch is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lincoln EL Sch rank in PA?
Lincoln EL Sch ranks #2,340 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Lincoln EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Lincoln EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln EL Sch has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lincoln EL Sch a charter school?
No, Lincoln EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lincoln EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Lincoln EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lincoln EL Sch?
100.3% of students at Lincoln EL Sch 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
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 328
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.8%
- Phone
- (610) 970-6646
Resources & Links
District
Pottstown SD- District Enrollment
- 3,308
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,474
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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