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#403 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 19% in state

Lincoln-erdman Elementary

Elementary School · Sheboygan Area School District

4101 N 50th St, Sheboygan, WI 53083

Enrollment

402

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#403 of 2,105

In Sheboygan

#1 of 24

public schools

In district

#1 of 25

Sheboygan Area School District

Equity

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Lincoln-erdman Elementary

8.1/10

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

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6.1/10

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About Lincoln-erdman Elementary

Lincoln-erdman Elementary is a public elementary school in Sheboygan, WI, part of Sheboygan Area School District. Lincoln-erdman Elementary serves approximately 402 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln-erdman Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #403 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln-erdman Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.2
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency73.3% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.9% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+19 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.7 pts
Overall Proficiency66% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+13.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,962
Chronic Absenteeism10.2%

Lincoln-erdman Elementary — Students at Lincoln-erdman Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 68.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 56.9% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
64%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
65.4%
ELA
42.2%
2025
Math
73.3%
ELA
57.9%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Lincoln-erdman Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.1/10
81th percentile in WI
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.2%

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

4101 N 50th St, Sheboygan, WI 53083

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln-erdman Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kohler Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Kohler), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Etude Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sheboygan, see our Sheboygan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Lake Country Academy - Charter Sheboygan 0.6 mi 6.1
Pigeon River Elementary Sheboygan 1.7 mi 5.0
Etude Elementary Sheboygan 1.7 mi 7.4
Cooper Elementary Sheboygan 2.3 mi 4.3
Kohler Elementary Kohler 3.5 mi 8.7
Kohler High Kohler 3.5 mi 5.8
Kohler Middle Kohler 3.5 mi 8.7
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Howards Grove 2.9 mi 6.5
Urban Middle Sheboygan 2.7 mi 5.2
Jefferson Elementary Sheboygan 2.9 mi 5.2
North High Sheboygan 2.7 mi 3.6
SHEBOYGAN AREA LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Sheboygan 3.6 mi 6.5
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sheboygan 3.0 mi 7.0
Howards Grove High Howards Grove 3.5 mi 4.7
Horace Mann Middle Sheboygan 4.0 mi 6.0
Sheboygan Falls Middle Sheboygan Falls 3.9 mi 6.1
James Madison Elementary Sheboygan 3.9 mi 7.2
Sheboygan Falls Elementary Sheboygan Falls 4.0 mi 7.0
Sheridan Elementary Sheboygan 3.8 mi 5.0
ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sheboygan 3.5 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53083 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,739

Median Home Value

$235,500

Median Rent

$1,001/mo

Population

21,745

College Educated

35.9%

Homeownership

74.1%

Avg Commute

19.4 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

40.6

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Coolidge Elementary Neenah, WI 8.1
Cuba City Elementary Cuba City, WI 8.1
Edgar Elementary Edgar, WI 8.1
Janssen Elementary Combined Locks, WI 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln-erdman Elementary

What grades does Lincoln-erdman Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Lincoln-erdman Elementary?

Lincoln-erdman Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 402 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln-erdman Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln-erdman Elementary is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lincoln-erdman Elementary rank in WI?

Lincoln-erdman Elementary ranks #403 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Lincoln-erdman Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln-erdman Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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-erdman Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln-erdman Elementary has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lincoln-erdman Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Lincoln-erdman Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

34.1% of students at Lincoln-erdman 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
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Sheboygan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.2%

District

Sheboygan Area School District
District Enrollment
9,427
Schools in District
25
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,962
District Rank
#1 of 25

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