Lincolnton High School is a high school located in Lincolnton, North Carolina. Its school colors are black and gold.
Serving 797 students in grades 9-12, Lincolnton High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 797 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincolnton High serves the northwest part of Lincolnton, NC, covering an area of approximately 38.8 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincolnton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lincolnton High School's student population of 797 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
797 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1908
School Rankings
Lincolnton High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincolnton High School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#665 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)70-74%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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
85%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
7%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Wolves
School Mascot
Wolves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincolnton High School's ranking?
Lincolnton High School is ranked #665 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Lincolnton High School often compared to?
Lincolnton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Lincoln High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincolnton High School?
The graduation rate of Lincolnton High School is 85%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Lincolnton High School?
797 students attend Lincolnton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Lincolnton High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincolnton High School?
Lincolnton High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lincolnton High School offer ?
Lincolnton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lincolnton High School part of?
Lincolnton High School is part of Lincoln County Schools.
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