Serving 455 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lincoln Memorial Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Memorial Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lincoln Memorial Elementary School's student population of 455 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Lincoln Memorial Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Memorial Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#98 out of 1269 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
15%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
75%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Memorial Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Memorial Elementary School is ranked #98 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Memorial Elementary School?
455 students attend Lincoln Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Lincoln Memorial Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Memorial Elementary School?
Lincoln Memorial Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln Memorial Elementary School offer ?
Lincoln Memorial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Memorial Elementary School part of?
Lincoln Memorial Elementary School is part of Caney Valley School District.
School Reviews
5 1/5/2012
This is a great school. My third grade son has excelled since being enrolled. The staff is always willing to attempt to help with eliminating any problems or concerns that a parent or child may have. Good job n keep up the awesome work.
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