Serving 288 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lincolnwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincolnwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Lincolnwood Elementary School's student population of 288 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
288 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Lincolnwood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincolnwood Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#398 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
31%
16%
White
54%
45%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincolnwood Elementary School's ranking?
Lincolnwood Elementary School is ranked #398 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lincolnwood Elementary School often compared to?
Lincolnwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orrington Elementary School, Walker Elementary School, Kingsley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lincolnwood Elementary School?
288 students attend Lincolnwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Lincolnwood Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincolnwood Elementary School?
Lincolnwood Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincolnwood Elementary School offer ?
Lincolnwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lincolnwood Elementary School part of?
Lincolnwood Elementary School is part of Evanston CCSD 65 School District.
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