Serving 151 students in grades 9-12, Lincoln County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln County High School serves the northeast part of its school district in Panaca, NV, covering an extensive area of approximately 5,489.5 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being 41.7 miles and the furthest edge extending to 69.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln County High School's student population of 151 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
151 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln County High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#496 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.4%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln County High School's ranking?
Lincoln County High School is ranked #496 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincoln County High School?
The graduation rate of Lincoln County High School is 90%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 81.4%.
How many students attend Lincoln County High School?
151 students attend Lincoln County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Lincoln County High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln County High School?
Lincoln County High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
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 School District.
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