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Abraham Lincoln Elementary School

Elementary School · Kingsport

1000 Summer ST, Kingsport, TN 37664

Enrollment

417

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#921 of 1,786

In Kingsport

#11 of 18

public schools

In district

#7 of 12

Kingsport

Academic performance

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Abraham Lincoln Elementary School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Kingsport · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Sullivan Gardens Elementary

7.3/10

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6.0/10

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About Abraham Lincoln Elementary School

Abraham Lincoln Elementary School is a public elementary school in Kingsport, TN, part of Kingsport. Abraham Lincoln Elementary School serves approximately 417 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Abraham Lincoln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #921 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Abraham Lincoln Elementary School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+11.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.2 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+17.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,027
Chronic Absenteeism24.9%

Abraham Lincoln Elementary School — Students at Abraham Lincoln Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 40.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
58%
ELA
54%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
41.2%
ELA
37.7%
2025
Math
51%
ELA
49%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
49th percentile in TN
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.9%

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

1000 Summer ST, Kingsport, TN 37664

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Abraham Lincoln Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Weber City Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Weber City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Andrew Johnson Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rock Springs Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kingsport, see our Kingsport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ST DOMINIC CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kingsport 0.3 mi 6.0
John Sevier Middle School Kingsport 0.6 mi 5.1
Palmer Early Learning Center Kingsport 0.6 mi 5.8
Dobyns - Bennett High School Kingsport 0.6 mi 6.6
Andrew Johnson Elementary School Kingsport 0.9 mi 7.9
ST PAUL'S DAY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Kingsport 1.0 mi
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School Kingsport 1.0 mi 7.0
Ross N. Robinson Middle School Kingsport 1.2 mi 6.9
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kingsport 2.0 mi 5.2
Andrew Jackson Elementary School Kingsport 1.9 mi 4.5
CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY Kingsport 2.0 mi 4.9
Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School Kingsport 2.6 mi 5.8
Sullivan Heights Middle School Kingsport 3.4 mi 7.4
John F. Kennedy Elementary School Kingsport 3.2 mi 6.3
Rock Springs Elementary Kingsport 3.6 mi 7.4
TOP ACADEMY Kingsport 3.3 mi 5.1
APOSTOLIC GOSPEL ACADEMY Kingsport 3.6 mi 5.2
Ketron Elementary School Kingsport 4.2 mi 5.8
Sullivan Gardens Elementary Kingsport 5.1 mi 7.3
Weber City Elementary Weber City 5.8 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37664 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,164

Median Home Value

$204,900

Median Rent

$817/mo

Population

28,721

College Educated

33.9%

Homeownership

72%

Avg Commute

19.5 min

Poverty Rate

15.6%

Median Age

45.8

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Buchanan Elementary Murfreesboro, TN 6.4
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Gray Elementary School Gray, TN 6.4
Henry Elementary Henry, TN 6.4
Hickman Elementary Nashville, TN 6.4
J. P. Freeman Elementary/Middle Memphis, TN 6.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Abraham Lincoln Elementary School

What grades does Abraham Lincoln Elementary School serve?

Abraham Lincoln Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Abraham Lincoln Elementary School?

Abraham Lincoln Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 417 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Abraham Lincoln Elementary School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Abraham Lincoln Elementary School rank in TN?

Abraham Lincoln Elementary School ranks #921 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Abraham Lincoln Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Abraham Lincoln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Abraham Lincoln Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Abraham Lincoln Elementary School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Abraham Lincoln Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Abraham Lincoln Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
20 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Abraham Lincoln Elementary School stack up?

Sullivan Gardens Elementary
7.3

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Sullivan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.9%

District

Kingsport
District Enrollment
7,653
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,027
District Rank
#7 of 12

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