The top reported proficiency rate is 15% in English language arts. The lowest is 10% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Lincoln Elementary School
Lincoln Elementary School serves kindergarten through fifth grade in Woodburn, a fast-growing city in the northern Willamette Valley. The school is part of Woodburn School District 103 and sits on North Boones Ferry Road, a location that places it within a community that has a strong agricultural heritage and a significant Hispanic or Latino population. Woodburn itself has been growing rapidly, with available industrial and commercial land signaling continued expansion along the I-5 corridor. The city is a mix of historic downtown, suburban neighborhoods, and a major outlet retail center, and it draws commuters to both Salem and Portland.
Lincoln Elementary is a regular public school, not a charter or magnet. It serves kindergarten through fifth grade and enrolls a large student body for an elementary school. The student population is predominantly Hispanic or Latino, with a much smaller share of white students and very small numbers from other racial and ethnic groups. A substantial share of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating that a majority of families face lower household incomes. This economic context aligns with the broader Woodburn community, where median household income is below state averages and a notable portion of residents live in poverty.
State assessment results for the 2024-2025 school year show that proficiency rates in both English language arts and math were low across all tested grades. In third grade, the share of students meeting state standards in English language arts was in the single digits, and the rate was modestly higher but still low in fourth and fifth grades. Math proficiency rates were similarly low, with the highest rate in fourth grade and the lowest in fifth grade. Science results for fifth grade were suppressed due to small numbers, with the available data indicating a very low rate. The school's overall proficiency index, which averages results across tested subjects and grades, places Lincoln Elementary in the bottom quartile relative to other districts in Marion County. This is a consistent pattern across subjects and grade levels, and a parent may want to discuss with the school what academic supports are in place.
The school's enrollment is large for an elementary school, with a fairly even distribution across grades from kindergarten through fifth grade. The student body is overwhelmingly Hispanic or Latino, reflecting the broader Woodburn community where a majority of residents identify as Hispanic or Latino. The share of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch is high, consistent with the city's lower median household income and poverty rate. Data on students with disabilities and English learners was not available in the provided records, so a parent may want to ask the school directly about those programs and supports.
Woodburn itself is a fast-growing city along the I-5 corridor between Portland and Salem. Its population has increased substantially in recent years, and the city has significant industrial and commercial land ready for development. The local economy is anchored by the Woodburn Premium Outlets, agricultural businesses, and the school district itself. The city has a traditional downtown with a historic museum and hosts a major annual Fiesta Mexicana. Housing values in the area are moderate relative to the state, and the rental market reflects the area's affordability compared to the Portland metro.
Lincoln Elementary is one of four elementary schools in the Woodburn district. The district did not have any recent major changes publicly reported that would affect a family's decision. The school itself offers no special programs or magnet themes in the available data, and no information on course access, staffing ratios, or discipline was provided. A parent considering Lincoln Elementary will want to ask about the school's approach to supporting students who are not yet meeting state benchmarks, given the low proficiency rates across all tested grades and subjects. The school's overall proficiency index places it in the bottom quartile among districts in Marion County. The school's large size and high share of students from low-income households are important context, but the academic results are the central fact a family will need to weigh.
See more original research from School Decision →