Lincoln Elementary

Lincoln Elementary is a K-5 public school serving 488 students in the Yuba City Unified School District, consistently performing as a solid, mid-ranked school within a community where many families face economic challenges.

When compared to other local schools with similar student populations, Lincoln stands out for its stronger academic results and excellent student attendance. For example, it significantly outperforms nearby schools like King Avenue Elementary, April Lane Elementary, and Bridge Street Elementary in both English and Math. Furthermore, its chronic absenteeism rate of 11.5% is among the very lowest in the area, less than half the rate of some neighboring schools, indicating a strong, engaging school environment. Its closest neighbor, Lincrest Elementary, shows remarkably similar performance, suggesting shared community strengths.

The school shows particular effectiveness in supporting English Language Learners and students from low-income families. However, performance varies by grade, with notably strong 3rd-grade math scores that decline in later grades. While Lincoln is a steady performer, the exceptional results at Tierra Buena Elementary, a K-8 school in the same district, demonstrate what is possible with different program structures. The analysis also suggests that Lincoln's relatively higher per-student funding compared to lower-performing peers in the district may be a factor in its success.