East Lincoln High School is a high school located in Denver, North Carolina. It is a part of the Lincoln County Schools district. The school was established in 1967. Its mascot is the Mustangs. The school colors are orange and green.
Serving 1,047 students in grades 9-12, East Lincoln High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,047 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Lincoln High serves the east part of Denver, NC, covering an area of approximately 70.9 square miles, with most students living within a 10-12 minute drive, averaging about 4.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest edge located up to 9.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Lincoln High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
East Lincoln High School's student population of 1,047 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,047 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1967
School Rankings
East Lincoln High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Lincoln High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#405 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)70-74%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
8%
24%
White
72%
42%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
86.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Orange
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Lincoln High School's ranking?
East Lincoln High School is ranked #405 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are East Lincoln High School often compared to?
East Lincoln High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Lincoln High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Lincoln High School?
The graduation rate of East Lincoln High School is 92%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend East Lincoln High School?
1,047 students attend East Lincoln High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of East Lincoln High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Lincoln High School?
East Lincoln High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Lincoln High School offer ?
East Lincoln High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Lincoln High School part of?
East Lincoln High School is part of Lincoln County Schools.
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