Serving 484 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lincoln School ranks in the top 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 40% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher 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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln School's student population of 484 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Lincoln School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln School is 0.61, 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
#2135 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
45%
30%
Black
43%
16%
White
10%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
11%
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 Lincoln School's ranking?
Lincoln School is ranked #2135 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Lincoln School often compared to?
Lincoln Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pennington School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Lincoln School?
484 students attend Lincoln School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Lincoln School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln School?
Lincoln School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lincoln School offer ?
Lincoln School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lincoln School part of?
Lincoln School is part of Mount Vernon School District.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln School located?
Lincoln School is located in the North Side neighborhood of Mount Vernon, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in North Side.
School Reviews
4 12/8/2017
I think this school is great , although we don't have as much extracurricular activities as we used to Lincoln is still the best school in the Mount Vernon city school district
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