Serving 705 students in grades 6-8, Abraham Lincoln Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 705 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abraham Lincoln Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Abraham Lincoln Middle School's student population of 705 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
705 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Abraham Lincoln Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abraham Lincoln Middle School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3468 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
23%
28%
Black
42%
16%
White
20%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abraham Lincoln Middle School's ranking?
Abraham Lincoln Middle School is ranked #3468 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Abraham Lincoln Middle School?
705 students attend Abraham Lincoln Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Abraham Lincoln Middle School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Abraham Lincoln Middle School?
Abraham Lincoln Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Abraham Lincoln Middle School offer ?
Abraham Lincoln Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Abraham Lincoln Middle School part of?
Abraham Lincoln Middle School is part of Rockford SD 205 School District.
School Reviews
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