Serving 376 students in grades 9-12, Lincoln County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering an area of approximately 257.3 square miles around Lincolnton, GA, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 15 to 20 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 10.2 miles, extending out to a maximum of 16.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln County High School's student population of 376 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
376 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating every student in an environment of excellence to develop compassionate, civic-minded, productive members of society.
School Rankings
Lincoln County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln County High School is 0.51, 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
#1178 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln County High School's ranking?
Lincoln County High School is ranked #1178 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lincoln County High School often compared to?
Lincoln County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln County Middle School, Lincoln County Elementary School, Washington-wilkes Comprehensive High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincoln County High School?
The graduation rate of Lincoln County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Lincoln County High School?
376 students attend Lincoln County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Lincoln County High School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln County High School?
Lincoln County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lincoln County High School offer ?
Lincoln County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln County High School part of?
Lincoln County High School is part of Lincoln County School District.
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