Lincoln Elementary School

1741 N Wauwatosa Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53213
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10/
10
Top 1%
Serving 336 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lincoln Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 336 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : Top 1% in WI
  • : 80-84% (Top 1%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 1%)
  • : 80-89% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Lincoln Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 336 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
336 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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Colors
Blue and Gold
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School Rankings

Lincoln Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WI)
#9 out of 1962 schools
(Top 1%)
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80-84%
40%
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75-79%
38%
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80-89%
44%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
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Asian
5%
4%
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Hispanic
6%
14%
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Black
8%
9%
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White
72%
66%
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Two or more races
9%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.47
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(22-23)
7.4%
24%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
36%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lincoln Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Elementary School is ranked #9 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Lincoln Elementary School often compared to?
Lincoln Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wauwatosa Stem by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Elementary School?
336 students attend Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Lincoln Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Elementary School?
Lincoln Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln Elementary School offer ?
Lincoln Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lincoln Elementary School part of?
Lincoln Elementary School is part of Wauwatosa School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 336 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : Top 1%
  • : 80-84% (Top 1%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 1%)
  • : 80-89% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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