Serving 554 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barge-lincoln Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barge-lincoln Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Barge-lincoln Elementary School's student population of 554 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
554 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barge-lincoln Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barge-lincoln Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1741 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)38%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)32%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
90%
25%
Black
1%
5%
White
5%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barge-lincoln Elementary School's ranking?
Barge-lincoln Elementary School is ranked #1741 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Barge-lincoln Elementary School?
554 students attend Barge-lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Barge-lincoln Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barge-lincoln Elementary School?
Barge-lincoln Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Barge-lincoln Elementary School offer ?
Barge-lincoln Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Barge-lincoln Elementary School part of?
Barge-lincoln Elementary School is part of Yakima School District.
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