Top 10 Best Lincoln Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 8,934 students in Lincoln, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 174 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Lincoln, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Lincoln, CA are Twelve Bridges Elementary School, Scott M. Leaman and Twelve Bridges Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lincoln, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Lincoln have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Lincoln, CA (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Twelve Bridges Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2450 E.ridge Dr.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 434-5220
Grades: K-5
| 645 students
Rank: #22.
Scott M. Leaman
(Math: 55% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1200 Brentford Cir.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 543-0297
Grades: K-5
| 480 students
Rank: #33.
Twelve Bridges Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
770 W.view Dr.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 434-5270
Grades: 6-8
| 850 students
Rank: #44.
Atlas Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
870 J St.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 409-2404
Grades: K-12
| 85 students
Rank: #55.
Lincoln Crossing Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
635 Groveland Ln.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 434-5292
Grades: K-5
| 413 students
Rank: #66.
Lincoln High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
790 J St.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 645-6360
Grades: 9-12
| 1,666 students
Rank: #77.
Creekside Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2030 First St.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 645-6380
Grades: K-5
| 449 students
Rank: #88.
Horizon Charter
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2800 Nicolaus Rd. Ste. 100
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 408-5200
Grades: K-12
| 1,735 students
Rank: #99.
First Street Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1400 First St.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 645-6330
Grades: K-5
| 391 students
Rank: #1010.
Carlin C. Coppin Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
150 E. 12th St.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 645-6390
Grades: K-5
| 391 students
Rank: #1111.
Foskett Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1561 Joiner Pkwy.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 434-5255
Grades: K-5
| 334 students
Rank: #1212.
Glen Edwards Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
204 L St.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 645-6370
Grades: 6-8
| 806 students
Rank: #1313.
Phoenix High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
870 J St.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 645-6395
Grades: 9-12
| 123 students
Rank: n/an/a
2360 Fieldstone Dr.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 409-2631
Grades: 9-12
| 566 students
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Lincoln, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1081 Seventh St.
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 645-6360
Grades: 9-12
| 938 students
2800 Nicolaus Rd. Ste. 100
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 408-5200
Grades: K-12
| 562 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Lincoln, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Lincoln, CA include Twelve Bridges Elementary School, Scott M. Leaman and Twelve Bridges Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Lincoln, CA?
14 public schools are located in Lincoln, CA.
What percentage of students in Lincoln, CA go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Lincoln, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Lincoln, CA?
Lincoln, CA public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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