Serving 1,337 students in grades 9-12, Lincoln High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin 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% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,337 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Wisconsin Rapids, WI, covering approximately 234.9 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 14 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lincoln High School's student population of 1,337 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,337 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Campus Size
30 acres
School Motto
Strive for Excellence
School Rankings
Lincoln High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1507 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
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
97%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln High School's ranking?
Lincoln High School is ranked #1507 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Lincoln High School often compared to?
Lincoln High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Edwards High School, Marshfield High School, Nekoosa High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincoln High School?
The graduation rate of Lincoln High School is 97%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Lincoln High School?
1,337 students attend Lincoln High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Lincoln High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln High School?
Lincoln High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin Rapids School District.
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