Serving 2,362 students in grades 9-12, Lincoln High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,362 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lincoln High School's student population of 2,362 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,362 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1046 out of 1221 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
35%
12%
Black
12%
7%
White
40%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
77%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln High School's ranking?
Lincoln High School is ranked #1046 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Lincoln High School often compared to?
Lincoln High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincoln High School?
The graduation rate of Lincoln High School is 77%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lincoln High School?
2,362 students attend Lincoln High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Lincoln High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln High School?
Lincoln High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lincoln High School offer ?
Lincoln High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lincoln High School part of?
Lincoln High School is part of Des Moines Independent Comm School District.
School Reviews
5 9/20/2018
Good
2 9/1/2010
Offers very little independant one on one conversation between teacher and students. Music and art programs are drastically underfunded. parent involvement is minimal, and parts of south campus are destroyed/falling apart. Should be drastically improved.
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