Serving 98 students in grades 2-12, Lincoln Education Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 98 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Education Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lincoln Education Center's student population of 98 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
98 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln Education Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Education Center is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1596 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
6%
12%
White
75%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Education Center's ranking?
Lincoln Education Center is ranked #1596 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincoln Education Center?
The graduation rate of Lincoln Education Center is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lincoln Education Center?
98 students attend Lincoln Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Lincoln Education Center students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Education Center?
Lincoln Education Center has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln Education Center offer ?
Lincoln Education Center offers enrollment in grades 2-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Education Center part of?
Lincoln Education Center is part of Brainerd 51爆料 District.
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