Serving 506 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Lincoln Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Lincoln Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
East Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 506 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
506 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Red and White
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
School Rankings
East Lincoln Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Lincoln Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1274 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Hispanic
12%
16%
Black
7%
20%
White
65%
57%
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Lincoln Elementary School's ranking?
East Lincoln Elementary School is ranked #1274 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are East Lincoln Elementary School often compared to?
East Lincoln Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bel Aire Elementary School, Jack T Farrar Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend East Lincoln Elementary School?
506 students attend East Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of East Lincoln Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Black.
What grades does East Lincoln Elementary School offer ?
East Lincoln Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Lincoln Elementary School part of?
East Lincoln Elementary School is part of Tullahoma School District.
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