Serving 497 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lincoln Community School #5 ranks in the bottom 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 37% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Community School #5 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lincoln Community School #5's student population of 497 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
497 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Colors
Garnet and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln Community School #5 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Community School #5 is 0.75, which is more 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
#1195 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
14%
11%
Hispanic
29%
35%
Black
18%
14%
White
34%
37%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Community School #5's ranking?
Lincoln Community School #5 is ranked #1195 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lincoln Community School #5 often compared to?
Lincoln Community School #5is often viewed alongside schools like Nicholas Oresko Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Community School #5?
497 students attend Lincoln Community School #5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Lincoln Community School #5 students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Community School #5?
Lincoln Community School #5 has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lincoln Community School #5 offer ?
Lincoln Community School #5 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Community School #5 part of?
Lincoln Community School #5 is part of Bayonne School District.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln Community School #5 located?
Lincoln Community School #5 is located in the Constable Hook neighborhood of Bayonne, NJ. There are 9 other public schools located in Constable Hook.
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