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Lincoln Elementary

Elementary School · Cudahy School District

4416 S Packard Ave, Cudahy, WI 53110

Enrollment

295

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,354 of 2,105

In Cudahy

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Cudahy School District

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Lincoln Elementary

5.7/10

Elementary School in Cudahy · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.5/10

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3.4/10

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About Lincoln Elementary

Lincoln Elementary is a public elementary school in Cudahy, WI, part of Cudahy School District. Lincoln Elementary serves approximately 295 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,354 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Lincoln Elementary 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25.2% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-29.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.8 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,434
Chronic Absenteeism34.6%

Lincoln Elementary — Students at Lincoln Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 46.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.4% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 36 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
21%
ELA
31.1%
2025
Math
25.2%
ELA
55%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Lincoln Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
36th percentile in WI
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
6.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.6%

Location

4416 S Packard Ave, Cudahy, WI 53110

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. E W Luther Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby South Milwaukee), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bay View Montessori School (rated 7.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Willow Glen Primary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Saint Francis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cudahy, see our Cudahy schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cudahy 0.3 mi 7.5
Saint Francis High Saint Francis 0.4 mi 3.4
Cudahy High Cudahy 0.8 mi 3.9
Kosciuszko Elementary Cudahy 1.1 mi 7.2
Willow Glen Primary School Saint Francis 1.0 mi 7.6
Deer Creek Intermediate Saint Francis 1.3 mi 6.8
Cudahy Middle Cudahy 1.5 mi 5.3
ST THOMAS MORE HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.4 mi 7.0
Jones Elementary Cudahy 1.8 mi 7.5
Fernwood Montessori Milwaukee 1.8 mi 5.8
Mitchell Elementary Cudahy 2.1 mi 7.0
DIVINE MERCY SCHOOL South Milwaukee 2.4 mi 6.6
Clement Avenue Elementary Milwaukee 2.0 mi 5.0
Trowbridge Street School of Great Lakes Studies Milwaukee 2.3 mi 5.9
South Milwaukee High South Milwaukee 3.0 mi 4.6
Burdick Elementary Milwaukee 2.3 mi 4.7
South Milwaukee Middle South Milwaukee 3.1 mi 5.1
SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Milwaukee 2.4 mi 5.5
E W Luther Elementary South Milwaukee 3.3 mi 8.9
Bay View Montessori School Milwaukee 2.4 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,717

Median Home Value

$201,000

Median Rent

$977/mo

Population

17,964

College Educated

27.1%

Homeownership

62.2%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

11.9%

Median Age

42.3

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Black Creek Elementary Black Creek, WI 5.7
Colby Elementary Colby, WI 5.7
Franklin Elementary Wausau, WI 5.7
Mead Elementary Wisconsin Rapids, WI 5.7
Mount Horeb Primary Center Mount Horeb, WI 5.7
PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hartford, WI 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln Elementary

What grades does Lincoln Elementary serve?

Lincoln Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Lincoln Elementary?

Lincoln Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 295 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lincoln Elementary rank in WI?

Lincoln Elementary ranks #1,354 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Lincoln Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 37% 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?

65.4% 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

Walk Score
54 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Milwaukee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.6%

District

Cudahy School District
District Enrollment
2,054
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,434
District Rank
#4 of 6

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