Very Good
#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
Enrollment
194
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
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
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Lincoln Elementary — Students at Lincoln Elementary score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 10 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 6.4/10.
How Lincoln Elementary Compares
See how Lincoln Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 52% (2019) to 32% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 42% (2019) to 37% (2021).
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.
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
- Phone
- (920) 885-7396
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Beaver Dam Unified School District- District Enrollment
- 3,061
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,819
- District Rank
- #4 of 8
Other Schools in This District
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