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#925 of 1,786 schools in TN
Lincoln Central Academy
School · Lincoln County
900 South Main AVE, Fayetteville, TN 37334
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
4th – 12th
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
4th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#925 of 1,786
In Fayetteville
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
Lincoln County
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Lincoln Central Academy
Lincoln Central Academy is a public school in Fayetteville, TN, part of Lincoln County. Lincoln Central Academy serves approximately 47 students, and covers grades 4th-12th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Central Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #925 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Central Academy show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- TN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 47 students, Lincoln Central Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Lincoln Central Academy 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.
Score Breakdown
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Lincoln Central Academy — Students at Lincoln Central Academy score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Test Scores TN EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.2/10.
How Lincoln Central Academy Compares
See how Lincoln Central Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
900 South Main AVE, Fayetteville, TN 37334
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lincoln Central Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. BETHLEHEM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Hazel Green), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Lincoln Central Virtual Academy (rated 6.2/10), with a very similar rating. Additionally, RIVERSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fayetteville, see our Fayetteville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Central Virtual Academy Fayetteville | 0.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Lincoln County High School Fayetteville | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Fayetteville High School Fayetteville | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Fayetteville Middle School Fayetteville | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Ralph Askins School Fayetteville | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| RIVERSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Highland Rim School Fayetteville | 5.5 mi | 6.7 |
| CHESTNUT RIDGE ACADEMY & SATELLITE SCHOOL Fayetteville | 6.7 mi | 4.6 |
| South Lincoln School Fayetteville | 7.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Unity School Petersburg | 9.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Flintville School Flintville | 10.7 mi | 6.3 |
| BETHLEHEM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hazel Green | 12.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Blanche School Taft | 11.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Hazel Green High School Hazel Green | 14.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Hazel Green Elementary School Hazel Green | 14.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Walnut Grove School New Market | 14.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Moores Mill Intermediate School New Market | 16.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Lynchburg Elementary Lynchburg | 15.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Meridianville Middle School Hazel Green | 17.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Lynn Fanning Elementary School Meridianville | 17.9 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37334 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,262
Median Home Value
$207,800
Median Rent
$790/mo
Population
24,168
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
72.1%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
39.7
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|---|---|
| NORRIS ACADEMY Andersonville, TN | 6.4 |
| PARKRIDGE VALLEY ACADEMY Chattanooga, TN | 6.3 |
| THE FARM SCHOOL Summertown, TN | 6.3 |
| CEDARS OF LEBANON ACADEMY Mc Minnville, TN | 6.6 |
| LANDMARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oneida, TN | 6.6 |
| Perry County Virtual School Linden, TN | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lincoln Central Academy
What grades does Lincoln Central Academy serve?
Lincoln Central Academy serves students in grades 4th through 12th.
How many students attend Lincoln Central Academy?
Lincoln Central Academy has an enrollment of approximately 47 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Central Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Central Academy is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lincoln Central Academy rank in TN?
Lincoln Central Academy ranks #925 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Lincoln Central Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Lincoln Central Academy 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 Lincoln Central Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Central Academy has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021).
Is Lincoln Central Academy a charter school?
No, Lincoln Central Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lincoln Central Academy a Title I school?
No, Lincoln Central Academy is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 47
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Lincoln County
- Phone
- (931) 433-6156
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80%+
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District
Lincoln County- District Enrollment
- 3,930
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,374
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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