Lincoln Middle School is a middle school in the Deering Center neighborhood of Portland, Maine. The school is located on Stevens Avenue. The new principal of the school as of the 2022–2023 school year is Aris Ayala. Lincoln Middle school is divided into houses, 2 for each grade.
Serving 382 students in grades 6-8, Lincoln Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lincoln Middle School's student population of 382 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Middle School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#341 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Asian
6%
1%
Hispanic
9%
4%
Black
22%
5%
White
55%
85%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Middle School's ranking?
Lincoln Middle School is ranked #341 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Lincoln Middle School often compared to?
Lincoln Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King Middle School, Lyman Moore Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Middle School?
382 students attend Lincoln Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Lincoln Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Middle School?
Lincoln Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lincoln Middle School offer ?
Lincoln Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Middle School part of?
Lincoln Middle School is part of Portland School District.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln Middle School located?
Lincoln Middle School is located in the Deering Center neighborhood of Portland, ME. There are 2 other public schools located in Deering Center.
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