Serving 801 students in grades 3-5, Lincoln Trail Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 801 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln Trail Elementary School's student population of 801 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
801 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Trail Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1057 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
84%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Trail Elementary School is ranked #1057 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lincoln Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Lincoln Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Middletown Prairie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Trail Elementary School?
801 students attend Lincoln Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Lincoln Trail Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Trail Elementary School?
Lincoln Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln Trail Elementary School offer ?
Lincoln Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Lincoln Trail Elementary School part of?
Lincoln Trail Elementary School is part of Mahomet-Seymour CUSD 3 School District.
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