Abraham Lincoln High School is a public high school, founded in 1959, in Denver, Colorado, United States, and is named after former President Abraham Lincoln.
Serving 965 students in grades 9-12, Abraham Lincoln High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 965 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 62% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Abraham Lincoln High School serves the southwest part of Denver, CO, covering an area of approximately 5.4 square miles. Most students reside within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Abraham Lincoln High School's student population of 965 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
965 students
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1959
Colors
Blue, Grey, Navy Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Abraham Lincoln High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abraham Lincoln High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1676 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
87%
37%
Black
6%
5%
White
3%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
62%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.2%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lancers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abraham Lincoln High School's ranking?
Abraham Lincoln High School is ranked #1676 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Abraham Lincoln High School?
The graduation rate of Abraham Lincoln High School is 62%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Abraham Lincoln High School?
965 students attend Abraham Lincoln High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Abraham Lincoln High School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 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 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Abraham Lincoln High School offer ?
Abraham Lincoln High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Abraham Lincoln High School part of?
Abraham Lincoln High School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Abraham Lincoln High School located?
Abraham Lincoln High School is located in the Harvey Park neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 5 other public schools located in Harvey Park.
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