Excellent
#209 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 10% 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
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
194
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#209 of 2,105
In Beaver Dam
#4 of 8
public schools
In district
#4 of 8
Beaver Dam Unified School District
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Lincoln Elementary
Lincoln Elementary is a public elementary school in Beaver Dam, WI, part of Beaver Dam Unified School District. Lincoln Elementary serves approximately 194 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #209 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 8.6
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 194 students, Lincoln Elementary 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.
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Lincoln Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Lincoln Elementary — Students at Lincoln Elementary score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
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 34 test records from WI 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: 8.4/10.
How Lincoln Elementary Compares
See how Lincoln Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
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 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Washington Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wilson Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. 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 | 4.2 |
| BDUSD4Kids Beaver Dam | 0.3 mi | 3.2 |
| WAYLAND ACADEMY Beaver Dam | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Beaver Dam Middle Beaver Dam | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Washington Elementary Beaver Dam | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| ST KATHARINE DREXEL SCHOOL Beaver Dam | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Jefferson Elementary Beaver Dam | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Prairie View Elementary Beaver Dam | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Wilson Elementary Beaver Dam | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| ST STEPHENS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Beaver Dam | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Dodgeland High Juneau | 6.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Dodgeland Elementary Juneau | 6.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Dodgeland Middle Juneau | 6.8 mi | 8.2 |
| School for Agricultural and Environmental Studies Fox Lake | 8.2 mi | 8.4 |
| 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 | 5.6 |
| Waupun Correctional Institution Waupun | 12.4 mi | — |
| Randolph Elementary Randolph | 10.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Randolph High Randolph | 10.4 mi | 5.6 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Central Elementary Rhinelander, WI | 8.5 |
| Grantsburg Elementary Grantsburg, WI | 8.5 |
| Park Community Charter School Kaukauna, WI | 8.5 |
| Randolph Elementary Randolph, WI | 8.5 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Fort Atkinson, WI | 8.5 |
| Alma Elementary Alma, WI | 8.6 |
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 ranks #209 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Lincoln Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lincoln Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.7%
- Phone
- (920) 885-7396
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
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