Serving 469 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lincoln Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 469 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
469 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Providing an enriched learning environment with an emphasis on respect, readiness and responsibility through the cooperation of parents, staff and students.
School Rankings
Lincoln Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#94 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
82%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
White Bear Lake School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Elementary School is ranked #94 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Lincoln Elementary School often compared to?
Lincoln Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willow Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?
469 students attend Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Lincoln Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Elementary School?
Lincoln Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
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 White Bear Lake School District.
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