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Lincoln Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 1022 students

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3 stars

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Posted April 26, 2013

We recently moved to El Paso and both my children attend Lincoln Middle School. At first impressions, the staff were very open and interested in getting to know my children. They have been very accommodating and supportive throughout our transition. Their special education has been great and I dont feel that we are targeting against one another. Their "team" approach is felt throughout the meetings and day-to-day interactions. I believe this is because of their terrific principal. Her guidance, standards, and no non-sense approach is a breath of fresh air as a parent. The children have developed great relationships with their teachers who are not just teaching to achieve high standardize test scores but rather, having heartfelt conversations and teaching with sincerity. Art, music, PE and sports....a great well rounded education that any parent should feel proud about.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 27, 2012

Lincoln Middle school is not a good school. We removed our child after 6 months. The teachers our child had didn't seem to be very well educated. There is not enough supervision on campus, kids run wild. We were extremely disappointed with this school. Our family does not recommend this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 5, 2011

I think Lincoln needs to make the enviorment more friendly. They need to lighten up on school dress code, and let us wear acessories. Also, let us have school dances for Halloween, Christmas, and Valentin's Day. Other than that, LMS is pretty good.


Posted November 29, 2010

Teacher parent communication failure. Immethodical disciplinary matrix. Hope to change. My son request changing the school to Brown.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 26, 2010

My son has attended Lincoln for three years and has had a great experience. He is in the Humanities program and has had excellent teachers. The band program is excellent and the school offers many other great extracurricular activities.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 21, 2009

The experience that I have had at Lincoln has been wonderful. My teachers are great they care and are understanding. Mr. Knox is the best teacher I have ever had. Plus I have all my friends. Go Warriors!!!
—Submitted by a student


Posted August 14, 2009

this school is a joke. It is embarrasing. Their discipline is not consistent, and its just basically a very unsatisfactory school in my opinion and i went there.
—Submitted by a student


Posted April 5, 2009

I think Lincoln's humanities courses are great to be in and it depends on what classes and teachers you chose that lead you to your personal opinion on your experiences at Lincoln Middle School.
—Submitted by a student


Posted August 10, 2008

This is the worst school school our family has ever attended. (We have attended 6 schools.) Administrations is poorly managed without any ethics. I found only one good teacher, Mrs. Lawson. A very lazy school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 9, 2007

Lincoln Midlle school is one of the best schools i've been to my favorite teaher was mr.martinez.
—Submitted by a student


Posted September 21, 2007

Lincoln middle was the worst schooling experience I ever had.The teachers had no education what so ever in the subjects that they taught and the kids were out of control. I am so glad I am out of this school
—Submitted by a student


Posted November 5, 2006

I think that Lincoln is a very good school.My two daughters go to Lincoln(6&7).
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2011.

303 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
81%

2010

 
 
79%

2009

 
 
78%

2008

 
 
76%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2011.

304 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
87%

2008

 
 
88%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.

321 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
76%

2008

 
 
73%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 86% in 2011.

319 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
85%

2008

 
 
84%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 94% in 2011.

318 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
91%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 73% in 2011.

355 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
82%

2008

 
 
75%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

354 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
96%

2008

 
 
92%
Science

The state average for Science was 79% in 2011.

350 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
72%

2010

 
 
75%

2009

 
 
63%

2008

 
 
63%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 95% in 2011.

348 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
91%

2008

 
 
90%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students81%
Female82%
Male80%
Black or African American60%
Asiann/a
Hispanic79%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White93%
Economically disadvantaged73%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Special education41%
Not special education84%
Limited English proficient (LEP)60%
Proficient in English89%
Migrant57%
Non-migrant81%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students80%
Female80%
Male80%
Black or African American83%
Asiann/a
Hispanic78%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White88%
Economically disadvantaged72%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Special education52%
Not special education82%
Limited English proficient (LEP)45%
Proficient in English89%
Migrant71%
Non-migrant80%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students79%
Female77%
Male81%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic76%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White98%
Economically disadvantaged70%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Special education44%
Not special education81%
Limited English proficient (LEP)55%
Proficient in English84%
Migrant75%
Non-migrant80%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students87%
Female87%
Male86%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic84%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged79%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Special education60%
Not special education88%
Limited English proficient (LEP)43%
Proficient in English92%
Migrant86%
Non-migrant87%
Gifted/talented100%

Writing

All Students93%
Female98%
Male88%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic91%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged89%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Special education63%
Not special education94%
Limited English proficient (LEP)76%
Proficient in English96%
Migrant71%
Non-migrant93%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students90%
Female93%
Male88%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic90%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White98%
Economically disadvantaged86%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Special education94%
Not special education90%
Limited English proficient (LEP)78%
Proficient in English92%
Migrant90%
Non-migrant90%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students95%
Female97%
Male94%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic95%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged93%
Not economically disadvantaged99%
Special education60%
Not special education97%
Limited English proficient (LEP)83%
Proficient in English97%
Migrant80%
Non-migrant96%
Gifted/talented100%

Science

All Students72%
Female67%
Male77%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic70%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White83%
Economically disadvantaged62%
Not economically disadvantaged85%
Special education27%
Not special education74%
Limited English proficient (LEP)32%
Proficient in English76%
Migrant70%
Non-migrant72%
Gifted/talented100%

Social Studies

All Students94%
Female95%
Male94%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic94%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White98%
Economically disadvantaged92%
Not economically disadvantaged98%
Special education67%
Not special education95%
Limited English proficient (LEP)90%
Proficient in English95%
Migrant67%
Non-migrant95%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

  • In 2010-2011, this school was rated "Academically Acceptable".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Recognized".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Academically Acceptable".

About the tests


Texas uses Accountability Ratings to indicate the overall performance of each school and district. The ratings are based on TAKS test results, dropout rates for grades 7 and 8 and school completion rates for grades 9 through 12. Schools and districts rated under standard accountability procedures are designated as Exemplary, Recognized, Academically Acceptable or Academically Unacceptable. Schools and districts rated under alternative education accountability (AEA) procedures are designated as either AEA: Academically Acceptable or AEA: Academically Unacceptable.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 79% 48%
White 19% 34%
Asian/Pacific Islander 1% 4%
Black 1% 14%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 9%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 20%N/A8%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 13%N/A17%
Economically disadvantaged 52%N/A55%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 15N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 14%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 29%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 20%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 21%N/A23%
21 or more years 16%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008
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500 Mulberry Ave
El Paso, TX 79932
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