Serving 359 students in grades 9-12, Estherville Lincoln Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Estherville Lincoln Central High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 204.2 square miles in Estherville, IA. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being 8.7 miles and the farthest edge reaching 14.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Estherville Lincoln Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
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Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Estherville Lincoln Central High School's student population of 359 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
359 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Estherville Lincoln Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Estherville Lincoln Central High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#899 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
29%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
67%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Estherville Lincoln Central High School's ranking?
Estherville Lincoln Central High School is ranked #899 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Estherville Lincoln Central High School?
The graduation rate of Estherville Lincoln Central High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Estherville Lincoln Central High School?
359 students attend Estherville Lincoln Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Estherville Lincoln Central High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Estherville Lincoln Central High School?
Estherville Lincoln Central High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Estherville Lincoln Central High School offer ?
Estherville Lincoln Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Estherville Lincoln Central High School part of?
Estherville Lincoln Central High School is part of Estherville Lincoln Central Comm School District.
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