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#347 of 574 schools in SD
Lincoln Elementary - 04
Elementary School · Yankton School District 63-3
PO Box 738, Yankton, SD 57078
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#347 of 574
In Yankton
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
Yankton School District 63-3
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Lincoln Elementary - 04
Elementary School in Yankton · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lincoln Elementary - 04
Lincoln Elementary - 04 is a public elementary school in Yankton, SD, part of Yankton School District 63-3. Lincoln Elementary - 04 serves approximately 419 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Elementary - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #347 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Elementary - 04 show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- SD avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Lincoln Elementary - 04 — Students at Lincoln Elementary - 04 score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from SD 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: 5.6/10.
How Lincoln Elementary - 04 Compares
See how Lincoln Elementary - 04 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 738, Yankton, SD 57078
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lincoln Elementary - 04 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SACRED HEART MIDDLE SCHOOL - (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CROFTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Crofton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stewart Elementary - 05 (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yankton, see our Yankton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SACRED HEART MIDDLE SCHOOL - Yankton | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Yankton High School - 01 Yankton | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Webster Elementary - 06 Yankton | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Beadle Elementary - 03 Yankton | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Stewart Elementary - 05 Yankton | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Yankton Middle School - 02 Yankton | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| MISSOURI VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Yankton | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Yankton | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| CROFTON HIGH SCHOOL Crofton | 11.1 mi | 7.3 |
| CROFTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crofton | 11.4 mi | 7.3 |
| ST ROSE OF LIMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crofton | 11.5 mi | 6.5 |
| EAST AND WEST CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hartington | 13.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Gayville-Volin High School - 01 Gayville | 11.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Gayville-Volin Elementary - 02 Gayville | 11.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Gayville-Volin Middle School - 03 Gayville | 11.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Jamesville Colony Elementary - 03 Menno | 16.1 mi | — |
| WYNOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wynot | 14.9 mi | 5.0 |
| WYNOT HIGH SCHOOL Wynot | 14.9 mi | 6.8 |
| WYNOT MIDDLE SCHOOL Wynot | 14.9 mi | 4.5 |
| CEDAR CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Hartington | 19.3 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57078 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,395
Median Home Value
$213,300
Median Rent
$777/mo
Population
20,547
College Educated
28.9%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
13.7 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
42.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Jolley Elementary - 04 Vermillion, SD | 5.7 |
| May Overby Elementary - 09 Aberdeen, SD | 5.7 |
| Baltic Elementary - 02 Baltic, SD | 5.9 |
| Beadle Elementary - 03 Yankton, SD | 5.9 |
| Freedom Elementary - 06 Harrisburg, SD | 5.9 |
| O M Tiffany Elementary - 11 Aberdeen, SD | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lincoln Elementary - 04
What grades does Lincoln Elementary - 04 serve?
Lincoln Elementary - 04 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lincoln Elementary - 04?
Lincoln Elementary - 04 has an enrollment of approximately 419 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary - 04?
The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary - 04 is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lincoln Elementary - 04 rank in SD?
Lincoln Elementary - 04 ranks #347 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Lincoln Elementary - 04's MySchoolScout rating?
Lincoln Elementary - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Elementary - 04?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Elementary - 04 has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lincoln Elementary - 04 a charter school?
No, Lincoln Elementary - 04 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lincoln Elementary - 04 a Title I school?
No, Lincoln Elementary - 04 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lincoln Elementary - 04?
42.2% of students at Lincoln Elementary - 04 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 419
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Yankton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.4%
- Phone
- (605) 665-7392
Resources & Links
District
Yankton School District 63-3- District Enrollment
- 3,086
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,904
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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