Serving 77 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Lincoln Developmental Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Developmental Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lincoln Developmental Center's student population of 77 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
77 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Helping students build success stories.
School Rankings
Lincoln Developmental Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Developmental Center is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1572 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
19%
9%
Black
14%
18%
White
55%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Kent Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Developmental Center's ranking?
Lincoln Developmental Center is ranked #1572 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincoln Developmental Center?
The graduation rate of Lincoln Developmental Center is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Lincoln Developmental Center?
77 students attend Lincoln Developmental Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Lincoln Developmental Center students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Developmental Center?
Lincoln Developmental Center has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lincoln Developmental Center offer ?
Lincoln Developmental Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lincoln Developmental Center part of?
Lincoln Developmental Center is part of Kent Independent School District.
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