Serving 2,272 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Lincoln Charter School ranks in the top 10% 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 75% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 2,272 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lincoln Charter School's student population of 2,272 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 139 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
139 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
To facilitate the development of college-ready individuals through emphasis on rigorous academics and our community expectations: honesty, respect, empathy, responsibility, service, and preparedness.
School Rankings
Lincoln Charter School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Charter School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#259 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)75%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
5%
25%
White
75%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥95%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Charter School's ranking?
Lincoln Charter School is ranked #259 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincoln Charter School?
The graduation rate of Lincoln Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Lincoln Charter School?
2,272 students attend Lincoln Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Lincoln Charter School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Charter School?
Lincoln Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lincoln Charter School offer ?
Lincoln Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Charter School part of?
Lincoln Charter School is part of Lincoln Charter School District.
School Reviews
5 9/3/2020
2006,We have 3 children who have been attending LCS since 2006 and we are so pleased with Lincoln Charter. Our oldest graduated in 2019 and is now attending UNC Wilmington's nursing program. My daughter called me the other day and said, Mom, thank you so much for making me attend LCS. I feel so much more prepared for my college classes than a lot of my fellow students. We currently have a child in 7th grade and one in 9th grade, and we can't say enough good things about LCS.
2 4/4/2011
Bad Adminstration!!!! They get rid of great teachers with no valid reason given. If they aren't inthe adminstration's click they are gone. It is sad that great teachers are let go and subpar teachers are kept becuase the adminstration lays off teachers based on their buddy system. I've seen it happen many times over the years and talk to a majority of the parents and they know it too!
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