Lincoln Elementary School

1260 Gresham St
Bethlehem, PA 18017
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Bottom 50%
Serving 313 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lincoln Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 313 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 78%
  • : Bottom 50% in PA
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 313 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
313 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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School Motto
INSPIRING LIFELONG LEARNERS AND LEADERS, ONE PERSON AT A TIME.

School Rankings

Lincoln Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
#2193 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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15-19%
38%
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40-44%
55%
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50-59%
57%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
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American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
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Hispanic
64%
15%
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Black
12%
14%
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White
22%
61%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.53
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Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
60%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lincoln Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Elementary School is ranked #2193 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Lincoln Elementary School often compared to?
Lincoln Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marvine Elementary School, Spring Garden Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?
313 students attend Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Lincoln Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Elementary School?
Lincoln Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania 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 Bethlehem Area School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 313 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 78%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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