At a glance
Reported students
552
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
41.4
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Colorado middle enrollment
63rd percentile
Compared with 273 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
403.5
Lincoln Middle School: 552 reported students.
State peer staffing position
22nd percentile
13.3:1 reported; state peer median 15.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 539
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12.8:1
What the reported data says about Lincoln Middle School
Lincoln Middle School is a public middle school serving grades 06–08 in Fort Collins. It is one of 52 current school records connected to Poudre School District R-1. NCES reports 552 students for 2024–25.
Among 273 middle schools in Colorado with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 468 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 63rd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13.3:1, below the Colorado median of 15.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (48.6%) and White (41.5%). English learners represent 13% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 16.5%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Lincoln Middle School
- 1How do the reported 13.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 41.4 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 3 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 13%
- Students with disabilities
- 16.5%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 66.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 3
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.31
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.63
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.17
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White41.5%
- Hispanic48.6%
- Black1.8%
- Asian0.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native1.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial5.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Poudre School District R-1
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Boltz Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
551 reported students
Preston Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
568 reported students
Webber Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
728 reported students
Blevins Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
363 reported students
Kinard Core Knowledge Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
762 reported students
Lesher Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
766 reported students
Public schools near Lincoln Middle School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cache La Poudre Middle School Middle · Poudre School District R-1 | 06–08 | 280 | 2.7 mi |
| Blevins Middle School Middle · Poudre School District R-1 | 06–08 | 363 | 2.8 mi |
| Lesher Middle School Middle · Poudre School District R-1 | 06–08 | 766 | 3 mi |
| Boltz Middle School Middle · Poudre School District R-1 | 06–08 | 551 | 4.5 mi |
| Webber Middle School Middle · Poudre School District R-1 | 06–08 | 728 | 5 mi |
| Preston Middle School Middle · Poudre School District R-1 | 06–08 | 568 | 7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Lincoln Middle School
What grades does Lincoln Middle School serve?
Lincoln Middle School reports grades 06–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Poudre School District R-1.
How many students attend Lincoln Middle School?
Lincoln Middle School reported 552 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 63rd percentile among 273 Colorado middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 539 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Lincoln Middle School?
The calculated ratio is 13.3:1, based on 552 students and 41.4 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Colorado median for the same school level is 15.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Lincoln Middle School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Lincoln Middle School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Poudre School District R-1 attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Lincoln Middle School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
66.7% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Lincoln Middle School in?
Lincoln Middle School is part of Poudre School District R-1, based in Fort Collins, CO, which operates 52 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Lincoln Middle School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Cache La Poudre Middle School (2.7 mi), Blevins Middle School (2.8 mi), Lesher Middle School (3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.