Serving 819 students in grades 6-8, Lincoln Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 819 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln Middle School's student population of 819 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
819 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering each student to achieve personal success.
School Rankings
Lincoln Middle School ranks within the top 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 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1188 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
9%
16%
White
75%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Middle School's ranking?
Lincoln Middle School is ranked #1188 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lincoln Middle School often compared to?
Lincoln Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Middle School?
819 students attend Lincoln Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Lincoln Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Middle School?
Lincoln Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than 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 Edwardsville Community Unit School District 7.
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