Serving 344 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lincoln School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln School's student population of 344 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
344 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#779 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
8%
11%
Hispanic
29%
35%
Black
5%
14%
White
56%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln School's ranking?
Lincoln School is ranked #779 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lincoln School often compared to?
Lincoln Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lyncrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lincoln School?
344 students attend Lincoln School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Lincoln School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln School?
Lincoln School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lincoln School offer ?
Lincoln School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln School part of?
Lincoln School is part of Pompton Lakes School District.
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