Serving 522 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Lincoln Park Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln Park Elementary School's student population of 522 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Lincoln Park Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Park Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#459 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
29%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
61%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Park Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Park Elementary School is ranked #459 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lincoln Park Elementary School often compared to?
Lincoln Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Little Falls Township Public School # 2, Hillview School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Park Elementary School?
522 students attend Lincoln Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Lincoln Park Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Park Elementary School?
Lincoln Park Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lincoln Park Elementary School offer ?
Lincoln Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Park Elementary School part of?
Lincoln Park Elementary School is part of Lincoln Park School District.
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