Serving 485 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lincoln Community School #5 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Community School #5 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Lincoln Community School #5's student population of 485 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Lincoln Community School #5 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Community School #5 is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1347 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)37%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
24%
34%
Black
17%
15%
White
40%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Community School #5's ranking?
Lincoln Community School #5 is ranked #1347 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lincoln Community School #5 often compared to?
Lincoln Community School #5is often viewed alongside schools like Nicholas Oresko Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Community School #5?
485 students attend Lincoln Community School #5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Lincoln Community School #5 students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Community School #5?
Lincoln Community School #5 has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lincoln Community School #5 offer ?
Lincoln Community School #5 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Community School #5 part of?
Lincoln Community School #5 is part of Bayonne School District.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln Community School #5 located?
Lincoln Community School #5 is located in the Constable Hook neighborhood of Bayonne, NJ. There are 9 other public schools located in Constable Hook.
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