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#721 of 2,102 schools in WI

Top 34% in state

Lincoln Elementary

Elementary School · Beaver Dam Unified School District

210 Gould St, Beaver Dam, WI 53916

Enrollment

194

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Beaver Dam

#4 of 8

public schools

Wisconsin elementary schools

#435 of 1,099

In district

#4 of 8

Beaver Dam Unified School District

Equity

7.9 / 10

Very strong

About Lincoln Elementary

Lincoln Elementary serves 194 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, with an impressive class size advantage of just 9.7 students per teacher across its 20 full-time equivalent faculty members. This regular public school has earned strong recognition statewide, ranking #65 out of 2,112 Wisconsin elementary schools and placing in the 97th percentile with a solid 7.1 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating. The school's small student-teacher ratio creates opportunities for more individualized attention and personalized learning experiences.

With fewer than 200 students, Lincoln Elementary maintains an intimate learning environment where teachers can build meaningful relationships with their students and families. Located on Gould Street, the school serves a stable community where the median household income of $70,716 and median home value of $186,300 reflect middle-class family demographics. The surrounding neighborhood shows economic stability with a low 5.3% poverty rate, and approximately one in four residents holds a bachelor's degree or higher.

Lincoln Elementary operates within Beaver Dam, a town setting in Dodge County that provides students with a close-knit community atmosphere while still offering access to educational and cultural opportunities that support student growth and development.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 194 students, Lincoln Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.7:1, Lincoln Elementary offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Above Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data3
Annual Change+1.35 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32%
Reading/ELA Proficiency37%
Math vs. State Avg-22.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.2 pts
Overall Proficiency35%
Expected (poverty-adj.)24%
vs. Expected+10.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,511

Lincoln Elementary — Students at Lincoln Elementary score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.0%
School
State
53.0%
ELA Proficiency 46.4%
School
State
50.9%

Based on 10 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
55.4%
ELA
51%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Lincoln Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
66th percentile in WI
Academic
7.5/10
7.5/10
Growth
6.4/10
Above average
Environment
7.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers

Location

210 Gould St, Beaver Dam, WI 53916

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prairie View Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Washington Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Randolph Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Randolph), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Beaver Dam, see our Beaver Dam schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Beaver Dam High Beaver Dam 0.2 mi 3.9
BDUSD4Kids Beaver Dam 0.3 mi 5.1
WAYLAND ACADEMY Beaver Dam 0.4 mi 8.1
Beaver Dam Middle Beaver Dam 0.7 mi 6.8
Washington Elementary Beaver Dam 0.9 mi 8.4
ST KATHARINE DREXEL SCHOOL Beaver Dam 1.0 mi 8.0
Jefferson Elementary Beaver Dam 1.1 mi 7.4
Prairie View Elementary Beaver Dam 0.9 mi 8.9
Wilson Elementary Beaver Dam 1.1 mi 6.6
ST STEPHENS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Beaver Dam 1.1 mi 6.2
Dodgeland High Juneau 6.8 mi 5.2
Dodgeland Elementary Juneau 6.8 mi 6.9
Dodgeland Middle Juneau 6.8 mi 7.5
School for Agricultural and Environmental Studies Fox Lake 8.2 mi 7.7
ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fox Lake 8.3 mi
ST JOHN'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Juneau 7.3 mi 6.0
Meadow View Primary Waupun 12.1 mi 5.1
Waupun Correctional Institution Waupun 12.4 mi
Randolph Elementary Randolph 10.4 mi 8.3
Randolph High Randolph 10.4 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53916 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,704

Median Home Value

$212,200

Median Rent

$932/mo

Population

22,956

College Educated

27%

Homeownership

63.7%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

5.5%

Median Age

43.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding Lincoln Elementary has a median household income of $72,704. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $212,200, with a median rent of $932/month. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Belmont Elementary Belmont, WI 7.0
CALVARY BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watertown, WI 7.0
FOX VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Neenah, WI 7.0
Fox River Academy Appleton, WI 7.0
Grant Elementary Wisconsin Rapids, WI 7.0
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eau Claire, WI 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln Elementary

What grades does Lincoln Elementary serve?

Lincoln Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Lincoln Elementary?

Lincoln Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 194 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lincoln Elementary rank in WI?

Lincoln Elementary is ranked #721 out of 2,102 schools in WI.

What is Lincoln Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Elementary has a composite rating of 7.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Lincoln Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Lincoln Elementary has 50.0% math proficiency and 46.4% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Lincoln Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Lincoln Elementary a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lincoln Elementary?

65.5% of students at Lincoln Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
Elevated (1,269/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Beaver Dam). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
194
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Dodge County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Beaver Dam Unified School District
District Enrollment
3,061
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,819
District Rank
#4 of 8

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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