Serving 527 students in grades 9-12, Lincoln 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 10-14% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln High School serves the northern part of Shinnston, WV, covering an area of approximately 84.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 13 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lincoln High School's student population of 527 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
527 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1978
School Rankings
Lincoln 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 High School is 0.12, 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
#481 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
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. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
94%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
92.6%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Brown, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln High School's ranking?
Lincoln High School is ranked #481 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Lincoln High School often compared to?
Lincoln High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridgeport High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% 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 High School?
The graduation rate of Lincoln High School is 95%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 92.6%.
How many students attend Lincoln High School?
527 students attend Lincoln High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Lincoln High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln High School?
Lincoln 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 High School offer ?
Lincoln High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lincoln High School part of?
Lincoln High School is part of Harrison County Schools.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I would not recommend this school to anyone with any sense. The quality of academic programs is poor. No AP classes are offered here and honors classes are lacking. Availability of sports is plentiful as sports are held in high regard at LHS. Sports is the only thing holding the school together (even though we lost every single football game in 07-08). Mental skills lag behind in every subject. The facility is old and the county probably won't have the funds to replace it until a large portion of the cement gives way in 20 years. The staff is either old, mad at the world, or should be/have been arrested for inappropriate student-teacher behavior. Parent involvement is basically limited to them coming to their son/daughter's sporting event to watch them lose. Overall, I would rather be home-schooled by an abusive-father, crack-mother, screwed all your best friends-sister, prissy pants-grandpa, and Hitler.
5 10/10/2025
This is a great school. Both my children graduated from here and they are both successful, have Masters' Degrees and are doing great. The life's experiences and learning they received from this school were a good part of their success.
5 10/10/2025
Very good school. Faculity are very intereted in the students, good academic and extracurricular activities.
5 10/10/2025
Lhs has ap classes and it is a great school
Faculty come to the need of a student
I love Lhs and the school is a amazing place for unlimited opportunities.
1 10/10/2025
This school is run so poorly, they have treated students terribly. The students here are absolutely miserable. I would NEVER recommend it.
2 10/10/2025
This school is ok but they don't care about a student's safety or health most of the time. They spend their money on useless things when really it could''ve been used for better books. Finally, the new principal isn't great as he limits on what students would bring besides the obvious things. If they continue treating students like this, they will be forced to shut down the school for good. Also, screw the online classes, they don't help anyone at all.
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