WASHINGTON PARK WEST · NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL · GRADES ECE–6

Lincoln Elementary School

710 South Pennsylvania Street · Denver, CO

students
347
teacher : student
16:1
per pupil
16,799
Walk Score
75

Performance rating

Performance Plan · 2026*

Source

Source: Colorado School Performance Framework

2026

Performance Plan

We don't compute composite scores.

Colorado rates schools on a four-step scale.

Chapter 1 of 6

At a glance

Performance rating · 2019–2026

2019

2020

2021

2022

2023

2024

2025*

2026*

No ratings issued (COVID-19): 2020–2021 · *preliminary · Source: Colorado School Performance Framework

About the School

Schools provided these descriptions and may update them from year to year. Please contact the school directly for the most current information.

Lincoln Elementary and Montessori School is located in the West Washington Park neighborhood. We offer two learning options: traditional elementary and a Montessori program. Both programs have strong curriculum which ensure students receive outstanding instruction that develops the whole child. Lincoln fosters curious, confident and joyful students prepared to reach their highest achievements and full potential. Lincoln Elementary and Montessori is a collaborative and inclusive school that provides exceptional academic programming in a dynamic learning environment. We celebrate diversity, the whole child, and a growth mindset. Lincoln’s dedicated educators work alongside parents, families and community members to cultivate independent, lifelong learners. Our school values -- respect, caring, inclusiveness, responsibility, integrity, and courage -- guide not only the educational experiences of our students but the way in which they engage in their community.

From Denver Public Schools school-provided data

School Details

Grades Served
PK-6
Monday - Friday
8:10am-3:10pm
Total Enrollment
347

Source

Denver Public Schools school-provided data

Total enrollment represents the number of PK-12 students present in October 2025. These numbers may have changed as students move in and out of the district.

We don't compute composite scores.

Teacher-to-Student Ratio
16:1

Source

Denver Public Schools school-provided data

Teacher-to-Student ratio shows the number of teaching staff to the number of students. Teachers may include classroom teachers, enrichment / specials teachers, special educators, and other members of instructional staff. This is not representative of class size.

We don't compute composite scores.

Uniforms
Not Required

Source

Denver Public Schools school-provided data

Uniform requirements and guidelines may change from year to year and differ from school to school. Schools that do not require uniforms will still adhere to dress code policies. Please confirm uniform and dress code requirements with the school.

We don't compute composite scores.

Transportation
District Transportation Available

Source

Denver Public Schools school-provided data

Transportation options may change from year to year and based on staffing issues. Students with special needs may receive transporation services based on their assigned program and/or Individualized Education Plan. Students may also be eligible for free or reduced cost bus passes through RTD. Please confirm transportation options with the school.

We don't compute composite scores.

Per Pupil Expenditure
16,799

Source

Denver Public Schools school-provided data

Per pupil expenditure is the average amount of money spent on each student. This includes costs for staff, building and maintenance, supplies, and other small and large scale expenses necessary to operate a school.

We don't compute composite scores.

School day · Mon–Fri

8:10am
3:10pm

89.4%

Students feel a sense of belonging

Chapter 2 of 6

Who goes here

Student Demographics

This data is based on the October 2025 enrollment counts.

White 64.3%
Hispanic or Latino 21.3%
Other 10.7%
Black or African American 3.2%
Asian <1%

Student Special Populations

This data represents the student population as of October 2025. This information may have changed since that time.

Special Education 12.7%
English Learners 2.3%
Economically Disadvantaged

Teacher Demographics

This data represents the self-identified racial background of the teaching staff at the school as of October 2024.

Teacher Demographics ▸
White 81.0%
Asian 4.8%
Black or African American 4.8%
Two or More Races 4.8%
Unknown or Withheld 4.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native <1%
Hispanic or Latino <1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander <1%

Average Years of Teacher Experience

Average Years of Experience for Teachers
10.15

Source

Denver Public Schools school-provided data

Average years of teacher experience were provided by Denver Public Schools in October 2024. Schools with NA do not have data available. Please contact the school directly for more information.

We don't compute composite scores.

Student Survey Results

The student survey, known as Your Voice / Tu Voz was completed with students in Spring of 2025. These data were obtained by a Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) request to Denver Public Schools (DPS).  Questions were sorted into topic areas based on prior DPS reports and the results we report reflect the percent of all responses that were in the top two most positive categories for each question, such as "strongly agree" and "agree".  Parent results are only presented where at least 30 responses were available.  Student results are only presented where at least 30 responses were available or the approximated response rate for the school was 50% or greater.

Students Parents 2025

Students feel a sense of belonging

89.4%

Students feel engaged in learning and activities

77.2%

Students feel safe and healthy

84.6%

Students feel they have choice and agency

79.9%

Parent Survey Results

Parents feel involved in school decisions 71.2%
Parents feel welcomed by their school 92.0%
Parents have positive interactions with teachers 89.2%

Discipline: % of Total Student Population

This data represents the total number of disciplinary actions in the 2024-2025 school year divided by the total population of students in the same year. For lines that read NA, data is unavailable at this time.

All Students

In School Suspensions

0.3%

Out of School Suspensions

0.6%

Referrals to Law Enforcement

0.0%

Asian

In School Suspensions

NA

Out of School Suspensions

NA

Referrals to Law Enforcement

NA

Black or African American

In School Suspensions

NA

Out of School Suspensions

NA

Referrals to Law Enforcement

NA

Hispanic or Latino

In School Suspensions

0.0%

Out of School Suspensions

0.0%

Referrals to Law Enforcement

0.0%

Two or More Races

In School Suspensions

0.0%

Out of School Suspensions

0.0%

Referrals to Law Enforcement

0.0%

White

In School Suspensions

0.5%

Out of School Suspensions

1.0%

Referrals to Law Enforcement

0.0%

Chapter 3 of 6

How students perform

CMAS: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in English Language Arts

The Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) exam measures how schools prepare students for the academic standards of their grade. Students who met expectations are considered academically prepared to engage successfully in further studies in this content area, while students who exceeded expectations are considered academically well prepared to engage successfully in further studies in this content area. For lines that read NA, data is unavailable from the Colorado Department of Education at this time.

2025 2026 Change
All Students 61.0 65.8 +4.8
Hispanic or Latino 30.4 39.1 +8.7
White 73.1 75.9 +2.8
Economically Disadvantaged 35.3 36.0 +0.7
Not Economically Disadvantaged 66.3 73.7 +7.4

CMAS: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in Math

The Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) exam measures how schools prepare students for the academic standards of their grade. Students who met expectations are considered academically prepared to engage successfully in further studies in this content area, while students who exceeded expectations are considered academically well prepared to engage successfully in further studies in this content area. For lines that read NA, data is unavailable from the Colorado Department of Education at this time.

2025 2026 Change
All Students 55.5 58.7 +3.2
Hispanic or Latino 13.6 26.1 +12.5
White 66.7 71.4 +4.7
Economically Disadvantaged 18.8 28.0 +9.2
Not Economically Disadvantaged 62.4 66.7 +4.3

CMAS: Median Growth in English Language Arts

The Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) exam measures how schools prepare students for the academic standards of their grade. Median Growth Percentile demonstrates this groups progress relative to the current tested student population in this content area. For lines that read NA, data is unavailable from the Colorado Department of Education at this time. Scores that are greater than 50 indicate that students are growing more academically at this school than most students in Colorado. Scores that are less than 50 indicate that students at this school are growing less compared to other Colorado students.

2025 2026 Change
All Students 52.0 61.0 +9.0
White 59.0 67.5 +8.5
Not Economically Disadvantaged 58.0 62.0 +4.0

CMAS: Median Growth in Math

The Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) exam measures how schools prepare students for the academic standards of their grade. Median Growth Percentile demonstrates this groups progress relative to the current tested student population in this content area. For lines that read NA, data is unavailable from the Colorado Department of Education at this time. Scores that are greater than 50 indicate that students are growing more academically at this school than most students in Colorado. Scores that are less than 50 indicate that students at this school are growing less compared to other Colorado students.

2025 2026 Change
All Students 63.5 51.0 −12.5
White 54.0 57.5 +3.5
Not Economically Disadvantaged 62.0 52.5 −9.5

Chapter 4 of 6

What is offered

Schools provided this information and may update it from year to year. Please contact the school to confirm programs of interest.

Multi-Lingual Learners

Data for this campus is unavailable at this time. Please contact the school directly for more information.

From Denver Public Schools school-provided data

Academic Offerings

  • Academic Club or Competition
  • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture
  • Drama
  • Gifted and Talented Supports
  • Montessori
  • Project-Based Learning
  • Visual Arts

Special Programs

  • Acting
  • Gardening
  • Music
  • Physical Education (PE)
  • School Yearbook or Newspaper
  • Student Leadership

Student Services & Supports

  • After-School Programs
  • Before-School Programs
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • School-Based Health Centers

Special Education

  • Mild-Moderate Support

Early Childhood

  • ECE-3 English
  • ECE-4 English
  • Kindergarten English

Chapter 5 of 6

Improvement planning & attendance

Unified Improvement Plan: Priority Performance Challenges

Unified Improvement Planning was introduced in 2009 to streamline improvement planning components of state and federal accountability requirements. Based on the Colorado Achievement Plan for Kids (SB212-08), the primary purpose of improvement planning is to align efforts to: Ensure all students exit the K-12 education system ready for post-secondary education, and/or to be successful in the workforce, earning a living wage immediately upon graduation. The School Finder only contains one portion of the UIP, each school's Priority Performance Challenges. To access any school's complete UIP, you can visit: School and District UIPs

Priority Performance Challenges

  • Low Growth in K - 3 Literacy for Disaggregated Groups
  • Low Achievement in CMAS ELA and Math for Disaggregated Groups
  • Chronic Absenteeism for Disaggregated Groups

From Denver Public Schools school-provided data

Absenteeism

This data shows three attendance measures. Average Daily Attendance is the percentage of possible student days that students attended. Chronic Absenteeism is the percentage of students who were absent 10 percent or more of the days enrolled during the school year; this includes all absences, whether unexcused, excused, or due to suspension. Truancy Rate is the percentage of possible student days that were unexcused absences. For lines that read NA, data is unavailable at this time.

Average Daily Attendance

2026
93.4%

Chronic Absenteeism

2026
15.1%

Truancy Rate

2026
1.7%

Chapter 6 of 6

About this data

About the Data

This guide uses data from Denver Public Schools, the Colorado Department of Education, individual school websites, and Colorado Open Records Act requests. If you find any errors, please let us know. Keep in mind that corrections may be needed on other websites as well.

From Denver Public Schools school-provided data