Great Hearts Academies – Lincoln Prep
9 May 2023 / by Crystal Brown
About Great Hearts Academies – Lincoln Prep
Great Hearts Academies – Lincoln Prep is a top-tier charter school located in Phoenix, Arizona. Founded in 2012, the school is part of the larger Great Hearts network of public charter schools, which are dedicated to providing a classical education with a focus on the development of the whole person. At Lincoln Prep, students are encouraged to think critically, strive for excellence, and develop a love of learning.
Lincoln Prep offers a rigorous academic program that emphasizes the liberal arts and sciences. The school provides a challenging curriculum that includes Latin, classical literature, philosophy, and mathematics. Students also have the opportunity to take part in a variety of extracurricular activities and clubs. Lincoln Prep also offers a wide range of athletic programs, including volleyball, basketball, and soccer.
At Lincoln Prep, students are taught to think for themselves and to develop an appreciation for the arts, literature, and culture. The school’s mission is to “prepare students to be thoughtful citizens and leaders in their communities.” Lincoln Prep is committed to providing a safe, supportive environment where students can learn, grow, and reach their full potential.
Address:
2250 S Gilbert Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85034Phone:
(480) 424-1796
Site:
Grades:
Charter School
Enrollment:
571 students
Overview Great Hearts Academies – Lincoln Prep
Great Hearts Academies – Lincoln Prep serves 571 students in grades 6-12.
Great Hearts Academies – Lincoln Prep placed in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Verdict on Great Hearts Academies – Lincoln Prep
Great Hearts Academies – Lincoln Prep is ranked within the top 10% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Great Hearts Academies – Lincoln Prep is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.