Needs Improvement
#8001 of 8,552 schools in TX
Lincoln Middle
Middle School · PORT ARTHUR ISD
1023 ABE LINCOLN AVE, Port Arthur, TX 77640
Enrollment
626
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
3.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
626
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
3.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,001 of 8,552
In Port Arthur
#20 of 20
public schools
In district
#12 of 12
PORT ARTHUR ISD
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Lincoln Middle
Middle School in Port Arthur · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lincoln Middle
Lincoln Middle is a public middle school in Port Arthur, TX, part of PORT ARTHUR ISD. Lincoln Middle serves approximately 626 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #8,001 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Middle show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.1
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Lincoln Middle 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 Middle — Students at Lincoln Middle score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 2.3/10.
How Lincoln Middle Compares
See how Lincoln Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1023 ABE LINCOLN AVE, Port Arthur, TX 77640
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lincoln Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BOB HOPE SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TEKOA ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED STUDIES (rated 5.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JEFFERSON MIDDLE (rated 4.7/10, 4.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Port Arthur, see our Port Arthur schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PORT ARTHUR ALTERNATIVE CENTER Port Arthur | 0.1 mi | — |
| WASHINGTON EL Port Arthur | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| TEKOA ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED STUDIES Port Arthur | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| TEKOA ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED STUDIES Port Arthur | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| TEKOA ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED STUDIES Port Arthur | 0.7 mi | 9.2 |
| DEQUEEN EL Port Arthur | 2.3 mi | 3.5 |
| BOB HOPE SCHOOL Port Arthur | 3.5 mi | 7.0 |
| HOUSTON EL Port Arthur | 3.6 mi | 8.2 |
| LAKEVIEW EL Port Arthur | 3.6 mi | 4.6 |
| TYRRELL EL Port Arthur | 4.1 mi | 4.7 |
| BOB HOPE SCHOOL - EL CAMPUS Port Arthur | 4.2 mi | 8.1 |
| STAFF SERGEANT LUCIAN ADAMS EL Port Arthur | 4.6 mi | 6.2 |
| WHEATLEY SCHOOL OF EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS Port Arthur | 4.4 mi | 4.7 |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE Port Arthur | 4.5 mi | 4.7 |
| TRAVIS EL Port Arthur | 4.5 mi | 3.5 |
| BOB HOPE H S Port Arthur | 4.7 mi | 5.9 |
| MEMORIAL H S Port Arthur | 5.0 mi | 4.9 |
| GROVES INT Groves | 5.6 mi | 5.6 |
| PORT ACRES EL Port Arthur | 5.2 mi | 6.2 |
| GROVES PRI Groves | 6.1 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77640 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,832
Median Home Value
$97,200
Median Rent
$1,163/mo
Population
17,480
College Educated
12.4%
Homeownership
66.9%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
23.7%
Median Age
37.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lincoln Middle
What grades does Lincoln Middle serve?
Lincoln Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Lincoln Middle?
Lincoln Middle has an enrollment of approximately 626 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Middle is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lincoln Middle rank in TX?
Lincoln Middle ranks #8,001 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Lincoln Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Lincoln Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Middle has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lincoln Middle a charter school?
No, Lincoln Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lincoln Middle a Title I school?
No, Lincoln Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lincoln Middle?
83.7% of students at Lincoln Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 626
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.6%
- Phone
- (409) 984-8700
Resources & Links
District
PORT ARTHUR ISD- District Enrollment
- 8,155
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,737
- District Rank
- #12 of 12
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