Serving 2,011 students in grades 9-12, Abraham Lincoln High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,011 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abraham Lincoln High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Abraham Lincoln High School's student population of 2,011 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 128 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,011 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
128 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Abraham Lincoln High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abraham Lincoln High School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#520 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
29%
29%
Black
41%
16%
White
13%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abraham Lincoln High School's ranking?
Abraham Lincoln High School is ranked #520 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Abraham Lincoln High School?
The graduation rate of Abraham Lincoln High School is 79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Abraham Lincoln High School?
2,011 students attend Abraham Lincoln High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Abraham Lincoln High School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Abraham Lincoln High School?
Abraham Lincoln High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Abraham Lincoln High School offer ?
Abraham Lincoln High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Abraham Lincoln High School part of?
Abraham Lincoln High School is part of New York City Geographic District #21 School District.
In what neighborhood is Abraham Lincoln High School located?
Abraham Lincoln High School is located in the Coney Island neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Coney Island.
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