Lincoln Junior High School

About Lincoln Junior High School

Lincoln Junior High School is located in the heart of the city, providing a diverse and enriching educational experience for students from grades 6-8. The school offers a wide range of academic and extracurricular activities, from core classes like math and English to clubs like robotics and chess. With a focus on student-centered learning, Lincoln Junior High School provides a supportive and nurturing environment for students to explore their interests and develop their skills. The school also offers a variety of after-school programs, such as sports, music, and art, that allow students to explore their passions and grow as individuals. With a dedicated faculty and staff, Lincoln Junior High School is committed to providing a safe and welcoming learning environment for all students.

Address:	810 Sixth St. Taft, CA 93268
Phone:	(661) 765-2127
Site:	taftcityschools.com
Grades:	6 – 8
Enrollment:	759 students

Overview Lincoln Junior High School

Lincoln Junior High School serves 759 students in grades 6-8.
Lincoln Junior High School placed in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Lincoln Junior High School

Lincoln Junior High School is ranked within the top 20% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Lincoln Junior High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.