For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,247 students in Lincolnton, GA.
The top ranked public schools in Lincolnton, GA are Lincoln County Middle School, Lincoln County Elementary School and Lincoln County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lincolnton, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Lincolnton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Lincolnton, GA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln County Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 Charles Ward Elam Dr # B
Lincolnton, GA 30817
(706) 359-3069
Lincolnton, GA 30817
(706) 359-3069
Gr: 6-8 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln County Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
175 Rowland York Dr
Lincolnton, GA 30817
(706) 359-3449
Lincolnton, GA 30817
(706) 359-3449
Gr: PK-5 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Lincoln County High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 Charles Ward Elam Dr
Lincolnton, GA 30817
(706) 359-3121
Lincolnton, GA 30817
(706) 359-3121
Gr: 9-12 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Lincolnton, GA?
The top ranked public schools in Lincolnton, GA include Lincoln County Middle School, Lincoln County Elementary School and Lincoln County High School.
How many public schools are located in Lincolnton?
3 public schools are located in Lincolnton.
What is the racial composition of students in Lincolnton?
Lincolnton public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Lincolnton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Lincolnton include: Lincoln County Middle School vs. Lincoln County High School, Lincoln County Middle School vs. Lincoln County Elementary School, Lincoln County Elementary School vs. Lincoln County High School
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