Lin-Wood Public School in Lincoln, New Hampshire is a public primary and secondary school located in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, serving the communities of Lincoln and Woodstock. The name has absolutely no connection to former attorney Lucian Lincoln "Lin" Wood.
Serving 82 students in grades 9-12, Lin-wood Public School (High) ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lin-wood Public School (High) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lin-wood Public School (High)'s student population of 82 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
82 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1937
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lin-wood Public School (High) ranks within the top 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lin-wood Public School (High) is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.33. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#193 out of 455 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
90%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lumberjacks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lin-wood Public School (High)'s ranking?
Lin-wood Public School (High) is ranked #193 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lin-wood Public School (High)?
The graduation rate of Lin-wood Public School (High) is 80%, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 88%.
How many students attend Lin-wood Public School (High)?
82 students attend Lin-wood Public School (High).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Lin-wood Public School (High) students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lin-wood Public School (High)?
Lin-wood Public School (High) has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lin-wood Public School (High) offer ?
Lin-wood Public School (High) offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lin-wood Public School (High) part of?
Lin-wood Public School (High) is part of Lincoln-Woodstock Cooperative School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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