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 992 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). 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 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 992 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abraham Lincoln High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Abraham Lincoln High School's student population of 992 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
992 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1959
Colors
Blue, Grey, Navy Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Abraham Lincoln High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abraham Lincoln High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1649 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
86%
36%
Black
6%
5%
White
4%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lancer
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abraham Lincoln High School's ranking?
Abraham Lincoln High School is ranked #1649 out of 1,779 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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 70-74%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Abraham Lincoln High School?
992 students attend Abraham Lincoln High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Abraham Lincoln High School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 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 15:1, which is equal to 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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