Serving 774 students in grades 9-12, Lincoln County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 774 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln County High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Hamlin, WV, encompassing approximately 438.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 25.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln County High School's student population of 774 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
774 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Lincoln County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln County High School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#442 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
White
99%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
82%
92.6%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Panther Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln County High School's ranking?
Lincoln County High School is ranked #442 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincoln County High School?
The graduation rate of Lincoln County High School is 82%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 92.6%.
How many students attend Lincoln County High School?
774 students attend Lincoln County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Lincoln County High School students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln County High School?
Lincoln County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln County High School offer ?
Lincoln County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lincoln County High School part of?
Lincoln County High School is part of Lincoln County Schools.
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