Serving 1,556 students in grades 9-12, Lincoln High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington 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% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln serves the southeast part of Tacoma, WA, covering an attendance area of approximately 7.6 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln High School's student population of 1,556 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,556 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1914
School Rankings
Lincoln High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln High School is 0.80, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1837 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
34%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
18%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
14%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
6%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
15%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
91%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln High School's ranking?
Lincoln High School is ranked #1837 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Lincoln High School often compared to?
Lincoln High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Tahoma High School, Foss High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincoln High School?
The graduation rate of Lincoln High School is 91%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Lincoln High School?
1,556 students attend Lincoln High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Lincoln High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 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 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
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 Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln High School located?
Lincoln High School is located in the South End neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 9 other public schools located in South End.
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