LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Lincoln Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Sterling CUSD 5 school district, located in Sterling, IL with about 334 students offering grade levels from 3rd 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 17 teachers, Lincoln Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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 1501 E 6th St in Sterling, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Sterling Community Unit School District 5. As a public elementary school, it focuses on providing core academic instruction and social-emotional development for students in the early stages of their education. The school is situated in a central residential area of Sterling, functioning as a primary hub for local families and fostering a community-oriented learning environment.

The school is dedicated to preparing students for future success by emphasizing fundamental skills in literacy, mathematics, and critical thinking. Like many schools in the district, Lincoln Elementary typically prioritizes inclusive classroom settings and extracurricular engagement to support the diverse needs of its student body. By maintaining close ties with the surrounding Sterling community, the school aims to cultivate a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to grow both academically and personally throughout their formative elementary years.

For more information, contact Lincoln Elem School at (815) 625-1449 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.