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#163 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 8% in state

Lincoln Elementary

Elementary School · Wauwatosa School District

1741 N Wauwatosa Ave, Wauwatosa, WI 53213

Enrollment

336

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#163 of 2,105

In Wauwatosa

#2 of 17

public schools

In district

#2 of 17

Wauwatosa School District

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Lincoln Elementary

8.7/10

Elementary School in Wauwatosa · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lincoln Elementary

Lincoln Elementary is a public elementary school in Wauwatosa, WI, part of Wauwatosa School District. Lincoln Elementary serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #163 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Elementary show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.66 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77.6% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77.8% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+23.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+26.6 pts
Overall Proficiency78% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+12.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,809
Chronic Absenteeism7.4%

Lincoln Elementary — Students at Lincoln Elementary score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

11%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 79.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 77.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
50.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
77.8%
ELA
78.4%
2025
Math
77.6%
ELA
77.8%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Lincoln Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.7/10
92th percentile in WI
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
11%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1741 N Wauwatosa Ave, Wauwatosa, WI 53213

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Roosevelt Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Wauwatosa STEM (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Washington Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Wauwatosa, see our Wauwatosa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
East High Wauwatosa 0.1 mi 6.8
Wauwatosa Virtual Academy Wauwatosa 0.1 mi 4.8
WAUWATOSA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wauwatosa 0.2 mi 6.8
CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP Wauwatosa 0.2 mi
ST JOHN'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wauwatosa 0.4 mi 5.4
KRADWELL SCHOOL Wauwatosa 0.5 mi 6.8
Longfellow Middle Wauwatosa 0.6 mi 7.3
Wilson Elementary Wauwatosa 0.7 mi 7.1
Wauwatosa STEM Wauwatosa 0.7 mi 8.1
KINGDOM PREP LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Wauwatosa 0.8 mi 8.0
Roosevelt Elementary Wauwatosa 0.8 mi 8.8
Washington Elementary Wauwatosa 0.6 mi 7.8
Jefferson Elementary Wauwatosa 0.9 mi 7.6
ST JUDE THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Wauwatosa 1.0 mi 5.8
PILGRIM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wauwatosa 1.1 mi 6.4
McKinley Elementary Wauwatosa 1.0 mi 7.6
Eighty-First Street Elementary Milwaukee 1.4 mi 4.6
ST VINCENT PALLOTTI SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.4 mi 7.3
MOTHER OF GOOD COUNSEL Milwaukee 1.5 mi 7.8
Neeskara Elementary Milwaukee 1.2 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,144

Median Home Value

$311,200

Median Rent

$1,228/mo

Population

26,293

College Educated

62.6%

Homeownership

57.3%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

36.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Barneveld Elementary Barneveld, WI 8.7
Canterbury Elementary Greendale, WI 8.7
Edgerton Elementary Hales Corners, WI 8.7
Kohler Elementary Kohler, WI 8.7
South Mountain Elementary Wausau, WI 8.7
Stillson Elementary Chippewa Falls, WI 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln Elementary

What grades does Lincoln Elementary serve?

Lincoln Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Lincoln Elementary?

Lincoln Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Elementary is 14:1. 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 #163 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Lincoln Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% 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?

11.0% 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
88 Very Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
79 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
11.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Milwaukee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.4%

District

Wauwatosa School District
District Enrollment
6,761
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,809
District Rank
#2 of 17

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