Serving 361 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lincoln Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 361 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning, Growing, and Thriving Together
School Rankings
Lincoln Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Elementary School is 0.44, which is less 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
#286 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
20%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
72%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Zeeland School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Zps Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Elementary School is ranked #286 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?
361 students attend Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Lincoln Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Elementary School?
Lincoln Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lincoln Elementary School offer ?
Lincoln Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Elementary School part of?
Lincoln Elementary School is part of Zeeland School District.
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