Serving 278 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln's student population of 278 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Leadership • Empowerment • Altruism • Determination
School Rankings
I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3831 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
81%
30%
Black
8%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln's ranking?
I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln is ranked #3831 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln often compared to?
I.s. 171 Abraham Lincolnis often viewed alongside schools like East New York Middle School Of Excellence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln?
278 students attend I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln?
I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln offer ?
I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln part of?
I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln is part of New York City Geographic District #19 School District.
In what neighborhood is I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln located?
I.s. 171 Abraham Lincoln is located in the Cypress Hills neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Cypress Hills.
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