LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Lincoln Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Spencer Comm School District school district, located in Spencer, IA with about 287 students offering grade levels from 4th Grade to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 21 teachers, Lincoln Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Lincoln Elementary School, located at 615 4th Ave. SW in Spencer, Iowa, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Spencer Community School District. Dedicated to the academic and social development of its youngest students, the school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core literacy, numeracy, and character building. As part of the Spencer school system, Lincoln Elementary is committed to preparing students for the transition to middle school by providing a structured curriculum that meets state educational standards while addressing the diverse needs of its student population.

The school is an integral part of the Spencer community, reflecting the values of a small-town district that prioritizes student well-being and parental involvement. Beyond its classroom instruction, Lincoln Elementary emphasizes creating a sense of belonging and community among its pupils. By leveraging local resources and maintaining strong communication with families, the school strives to ensure that every student has access to the tools and encouragement necessary for both academic success and personal growth during their early formative years.

For more information, contact Lincoln Elementary School at (712) 262-3752 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

615 4th Ave. SW
Spencer, IA 51301
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LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Spencer, IA with about 287 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Iowa

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
287
Teachers:
21.19
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 287 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 91% of the student body.

White
91.3%
Hispanic/Latino
5.6%
Asian
1.4%
Black or African American
1.4%
Two or more races
0.3%

Female
45.6%
Male
54.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.