Abraham Lincoln High School, a public school located in the Mayfair section of Northeast Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Its main entrance is located at Ryan and Rowland Avenues. The principal is Jack Nelson. It serves Mayfair, Holmesburg, and Torresdale.
Serving 2,472 students in grades 9-12, Lincoln High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,472 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 60% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln High School serves the northeast part of Philadelphia, PA, covering an area of approximately 10.9 square miles. Most students live within a typical 5-10 minute drive from the school, with distances to the edge of the zone averaging around 1.9 miles and extending up to 3.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln High School's student population of 2,472 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,472 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln High School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2352 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
42%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
60%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
5%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Abraham Lincoln, The Railsplitter
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln High School's ranking?
Lincoln High School is ranked #2352 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincoln High School?
The graduation rate of Lincoln High School is 60%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Lincoln High School?
2,472 students attend Lincoln High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Lincoln High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln High School?
Lincoln High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln High School offer ?
Lincoln High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln High School part of?
Lincoln High School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln High School located?
Lincoln High School is located in the Mayfair neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 4 other public schools located in Mayfair.
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