Summary:
The city of Lincoln, Missouri is home to two schools - Lincoln Elementary and Lincoln High, both part of the Lincoln R-II school district. These schools demonstrate strong academic performance, with students outperforming state averages in key subject areas. However, the district faces some challenges, including racial diversity disparities and high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating socioeconomic challenges.
Academically, both Lincoln Elementary and Lincoln High stand out, with 60.6% of 3rd graders at the elementary school and 76.3% of 7th graders at the high school scoring proficient or better in math, compared to state averages of 41.1% and 39.5%, respectively. This suggests a strong focus on academic excellence within the district.
However, the schools differ in their racial diversity, with Lincoln Elementary having a predominantly white student population (95.77%), while Lincoln High has a more diverse student body, with 90.51% white, 1.98% African American, 4.74% Hispanic, and smaller percentages of other racial groups. Additionally, both schools have high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, at 59.62% for Lincoln Elementary and 53.75% for Lincoln High, indicating the district may face socioeconomic challenges that could impact student learning and achievement.
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