Serving 506 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lincoln K-8 School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Math Proficiency: 66%
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20% in MN)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lincoln K-8 School's student population of 506 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
506 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lincoln K-8 School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)66%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
9%
12%
White
66%
60%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lincoln K-8 School often compared to?
Lincoln K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Longfellow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Lincoln K-8 School?
506 students attend Lincoln K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Lincoln K-8 School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Lincoln K-8 School offer ?
Lincoln K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln K-8 School part of?
Lincoln K-8 School is part of Rochester Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln K-8 School located?
Lincoln K-8 School is located in the Slatterly Park neighborhood of Rochester, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in Slatterly Park.
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