Serving 150 students in grades 7-8, Lincoln Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
Grades: 7-8
Enrollment: 150 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
Math Proficiency
: 6-9% (Top 1% in IL)
Reading Proficiency
: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
The diversity score of Lincoln Junior High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Junior High School?
150 students attend Lincoln Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Lincoln Junior High School students are Black, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Junior High School?
Lincoln Junior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lincoln Junior High School offer ?
Lincoln Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Lincoln Junior High School part of?
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Quick Stats (2024-25)
Grades: 7-8
Enrollment: 150 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
Math Proficiency
: 6-9% (Top 1%)
Reading Proficiency
: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
