Below Average
#1849 of 2,105 schools in WI
Lincoln Hills School
High School · Wisconsin Department of Corrections
W4380 Copper Lake Ave, Irma, WI 54442
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,849 of 2,105
In district
#1 of 3
Wisconsin Department of Corrections
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Lincoln Hills School
Lincoln Hills School is a public high school in Irma, WI, part of Wisconsin Department of Corrections. Lincoln Hills School serves approximately 47 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Hills School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,849 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Hills School show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2019) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2019).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 3.4
- WI avg 5.5
What Parents Should Know
At 47 students, Lincoln Hills School 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.
Test scores at Lincoln Hills School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Lincoln Hills School 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 Hills School — Students at Lincoln Hills School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 72%).
Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 4 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Lincoln Hills School Compares
See how Lincoln Hills School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
W4380 Copper Lake Ave, Irma, WI 54442
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lincoln Hills School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Tomahawk High (rated 4.9/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Tomahawk), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Merrill High (rated 4.3/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Merrill), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Irma, see our Irma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Copper Lake School Irma | 0.0 mi | — |
| NTC CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Merrill | 8.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Merrill High Merrill | 9.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Bridges Virtual Academy Merrill | 9.5 mi | 5.0 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Merrill | 9.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Washington Elementary Merrill | 9.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Pine River School for Young Learners (PRSYL) Merrill | 10.3 mi | 3.5 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Merrill | 10.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Merrill Adult Diploma Academy Merrill | 10.3 mi | — |
| Kate Goodrich Elementary Merrill | 10.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Prairie River Middle Merrill | 10.4 mi | 4.1 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Merrill | 10.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Tomahawk Elementary Tomahawk | 11.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Tomahawk High Tomahawk | 11.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Tomahawk Middle Tomahawk | 11.0 mi | 6.9 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Tomahawk | 10.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Maine Elementary Wausau | 20.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Northwoods Community Elementary Harshaw | 22.1 mi | 9.5 |
| Hewitt-Texas Elementary Wausau | 21.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Riverview Elementary Wausau | 22.5 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 54442 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,000
Median Home Value
$223,700
Median Rent
$936/mo
Population
1,530
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
86.8%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
52.1
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|---|---|
| Renaissance Charter Academy River Falls, WI | 4.3 |
| Anthony Acres School Mondovi, WI | 4.2 |
| Benton High Benton, WI | 4.2 |
| Stockbridge High Stockbridge, WI | 4.2 |
| Laurel High Viroqua, WI | 4.4 |
| New Visions Charter School Lake Geneva, WI | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lincoln Hills School
What grades does Lincoln Hills School serve?
Lincoln Hills School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Lincoln Hills School?
Lincoln Hills School has an enrollment of approximately 47 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Hills School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Hills School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lincoln Hills School rank in WI?
Lincoln Hills School ranks #1,849 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Lincoln Hills School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lincoln Hills School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Hills School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Hills School has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2019) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2019).
Is Lincoln Hills School a charter school?
No, Lincoln Hills School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lincoln Hills School a Title I school?
No, Lincoln Hills School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 47
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Lincoln County
- Phone
- (715) 536-8386
Resources & Links
District
Wisconsin Department of Corrections- District Enrollment
- 167
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $8,439
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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