What grades does East Lincoln Middle serve?

East Lincoln Middle operates as a Middle school within the local district. The school serves families in the Iron Station area.

Where is East Lincoln Middle located?

East Lincoln Middle is a rural school in Iron Station, NC.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Lincoln Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at East Lincoln Middle is 17:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Iron Station, NC?

Schools in Iron Station include East Lincoln Middle and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Iron Station area.

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East Lincoln Middle — School Calendar 2026-27

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Iron Station, NC 28080

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Thu

ELMS Boys Soccer/Softball @ NLEvent

Oct

Mon

ELMS Cross Country Conference Meet @ ShelbyEvent

Oct

Tue

ELMS Golf Conference MatchEvent

Oct

Wed

ELMS Football Playoffs (TBD)Event

Oct

Fri

All Pro Dads BreakfastBreakDistrict-wide

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Oct

Mon

Mandatory WorkdayEvent

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School Profile

Grades

6–8

Enrollment

748

Student:Teacher

17:1

Locale

Rural

District

Lincoln County Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

37.6%

Phone

(704)732-0761

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

59%

76th percentile in NC

Math Proficiency

55%

74th percentile in NC

Chronic Absenteeism

5.8%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

158 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.3:1

Near average in NC

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

697

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

48.18

92% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.090000004

Social Workers

0.25

Nurses

0.5

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$10,722

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,821

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$11,879

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 13%State 63%Local 25%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$382,567

-0.8% 1yr+37.8% 5yr

Charlotte, NC metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

15.9%

Below 150% poverty line

4.5%

Unemployment rate

8.6%

Uninsured residents

10.3%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,771

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,653

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

595 (36%)

Speech/Language Impairment

361 (22%)

Other Health Impairment

252 (15%)

Autism

189 (11%)

Intellectual Disability

133 (8%)

Emotional Disturbance

28 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

738

Current enrollment

Stable(+7% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Oct 1, 2026

ELMS Boys Soccer/Softball @ NL

Event

Mon, Oct 5, 2026

ELMS Cross Country Conference Meet @ Shelby

Event

Tue, Oct 6, 2026

ELMS Golf Conference Match

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Lincoln County Schools. East Lincoln Middle follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete holiday break dates.	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	MTSS meeting (K-2 teachers with Hollis Baker)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Sep 10, 2026	LIM Training (Full Planning)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Sep 11, 2026	All Pro Dads BreakfastDistrict-wide Check the event notice for breakfast time and location details.	Break	—
Tue, Sep 22, 2026	Parent teacher conference day/Mandatory workdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Sep 25, 2026	Teacher Assistant DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Sep 29, 2026	ELMS Golf vs. NL, WL, LMS Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Wed, Sep 30, 2026	ELMS Football @ NL	Event	—
Thu, Oct 1, 2026	ELMS Boys Soccer/Softball @ NL	Event	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	ELMS Cross Country Conference Meet @ Shelby	Event	—
Tue, Oct 6, 2026	ELMS Golf Conference Match	Event	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	ELMS Football Playoffs (TBD)	Event	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	All Pro Dads BreakfastDistrict-wide Check the event notice for breakfast time and location details.	Break	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Mandatory Workday	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	M-Workday (Staff PD)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	Mandatory Workday	Event	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	Mandatory teacher workday (end of quarter)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	SIT Meeting Check the meeting notice for agenda and attendance information.	Event	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	ELMS Football Championship (TBD)	Event	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Optional Workday Review the calendar to confirm whether this workday affects your schedule.	Event	—
Tue, Nov 10, 2026	SIT Meeting Check the meeting notice for agenda and attendance information.	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veteran's Day/No School	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Progress Reports Sent Home	Event	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Wed, Dec 9, 2026	SIT Meeting Check the meeting notice for agenda and attendance information.	Event	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	End of 1st Semester Review the academic calendar for semester dates and grade reporting details.	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Optional Workday Review the calendar to confirm whether this workday affects your schedule.	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Tue, Dec 22, 2026	Optional Workday Review the calendar to confirm whether this workday affects your schedule.	Event	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Optional Workday Review the calendar to confirm whether this workday affects your schedule.	Event	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	Mandatory Workday	Event	—
Wed, Jan 13, 2027	SIT Meeting Check the meeting notice for agenda and attendance information.	Event	—
Wed, Feb 10, 2027	SIT Meeting Check the meeting notice for agenda and attendance information.	Event	—
Wed, Mar 10, 2027	SIT Meeting Check the meeting notice for agenda and attendance information.	Event	—
Wed, Apr 14, 2027	SIT Meeting Check the meeting notice for agenda and attendance information.	Event	—
Wed, May 12, 2027	SIT Meeting Check the meeting notice for agenda and attendance information.	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Lincoln Middle

East Lincoln Middle has a total enrollment of 748 students and serves grades Middle. The school is part of the local school district in Iron Station, NC.