Serving 485 students in grades 5-6, Lincoln Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lincoln Intermediate's student population of 485 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
485 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Colors
Blue and Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Intermediate is 0.49, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1009 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
5%
7%
White
70%
70%
Hawaiian
7%
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Intermediate's ranking?
Lincoln Intermediate is ranked #1009 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Intermediate?
485 students attend Lincoln Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Lincoln Intermediate students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Hawaiian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Intermediate?
Lincoln Intermediate has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lincoln Intermediate offer ?
Lincoln Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Intermediate part of?
Lincoln Intermediate is part of Mason City Comm School District.
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