Serving 456 students in grades 6-8, Lincoln Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois 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 Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln Middle School's student population of 456 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Middle School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1880 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
50%
28%
Black
1%
17%
White
40%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Middle School's ranking?
Lincoln Middle School is ranked #1880 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lincoln Middle School often compared to?
Lincoln Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hernandez Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Middle School?
456 students attend Lincoln Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Lincoln Middle School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Middle School?
Lincoln Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln Middle School offer ?
Lincoln Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lincoln Middle School part of?
Lincoln Middle School is part of Schiller Park SD 81 School District.
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