Serving 597 students in grades 7-12, Lincoln Secondary ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln Secondary's attendance zone covers the entire district of Lake City, MN, encompassing approximately 195.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 17.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln Secondary's student population of 597 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
597 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln Secondary ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Secondary is 0.23, which is less 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
#1092 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
87%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Secondary's ranking?
Lincoln Secondary is ranked #1092 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincoln Secondary?
The graduation rate of Lincoln Secondary is 85-89%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lincoln Secondary?
597 students attend Lincoln Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Lincoln Secondary students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Secondary?
Lincoln Secondary has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln Secondary offer ?
Lincoln Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Secondary part of?
Lincoln Secondary is part of Lake City Public School District.
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