Abraham Lincoln High School, usually referred to simply as Lincoln High School, is a secondary school located in the Lincoln Heights district of Los Angeles, California, United States. Located in the East Los Angeles-area community, surrounded by El Sereno, Chinatown, Boyle Heights and Cypress Park.
Serving 942 students in grades 9-12, Abraham Lincoln Senior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 942 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Abraham Lincoln Senior High School's student population of 942 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
942 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1878
Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
Abraham Lincoln Senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abraham Lincoln Senior High School is 0.36, 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
#2840 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
78%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abraham Lincoln Senior High School's ranking?
Abraham Lincoln Senior High School is ranked #2840 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Abraham Lincoln Senior High School often compared to?
Abraham Lincoln Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academia Avance Charter, Mervyn M. Dymally High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Abraham Lincoln Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Abraham Lincoln Senior High School is 87%, which is equal to the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Abraham Lincoln Senior High School?
942 students attend Abraham Lincoln Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Abraham Lincoln Senior High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Abraham Lincoln Senior High School?
Abraham Lincoln Senior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Abraham Lincoln Senior High School offer ?
Abraham Lincoln Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Abraham Lincoln Senior High School part of?
Abraham Lincoln Senior High School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Abraham Lincoln Senior High School located?
Abraham Lincoln Senior High School is located in the Alamitos Beach neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Alamitos Beach.
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