Serving 1,036 students in grades 9-12, North Lincoln High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,036 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Lincoln High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Lincoln High School's student population of 1,036 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,036 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Lincoln High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Lincoln High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#167 out of 2568 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
3%
25%
White
84%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Lincoln High School's ranking?
North Lincoln High School is ranked #167 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are North Lincoln High School often compared to?
North Lincoln High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Lincoln High School, Lincolnton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Lincoln High School?
The graduation rate of North Lincoln High School is 94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend North Lincoln High School?
1,036 students attend North Lincoln High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of North Lincoln High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Lincoln High School?
North Lincoln High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Lincoln High School offer ?
North Lincoln High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Lincoln High School part of?
North Lincoln High School is part of Lincoln County Schools School District.
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