Serving 552 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lincoln Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 552 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
552 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Rankings
Lincoln Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#854 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
64%
32%
Black
11%
12%
White
17%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New Britain School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Elementary School is ranked #854 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?
552 students attend Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Lincoln Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Elementary School?
Lincoln Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lincoln Elementary School offer ?
Lincoln Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lincoln Elementary School part of?
Lincoln Elementary School is part of New Britain School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I am going to the school now and it is greatest school I have ever been to all the teachers there are nice I was there since first grade and now I am in v I love doing kind things for others I'm in mrs. Pavano's class and she is the greatest teacher ever I'm in kindness crew so we do kind things around the school and I love doing kind things so kindness crew is really good for me.
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