Serving 158 students in grades 7-8, Lincoln Junior High 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings
Lincoln Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
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Lincoln Junior High School's student population of 158 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
158 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Lincoln Junior High 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 Lincoln Junior High School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3239 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
8%
28%
Black
89%
17%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
40%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Lincoln Junior High School's ranking?
Lincoln Junior High School is ranked #3239 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Junior High School?
158 students attend Lincoln Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Lincoln Junior High School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Junior High School?
Lincoln Junior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln Junior High School offer ?
Lincoln Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Lincoln Junior High School part of?
Lincoln Junior High School is part of Dolton School District 148.
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Event
Date
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 29, 2026 (Friday)
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