For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,689 students in Lincolnton, NC.
The top ranked public high schools in Lincolnton, NC are North Lincoln High School, Lincolnton High School and West Lincoln High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lincolnton, NC public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in Lincolnton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public high schools.
Lincolnton, NC public high school have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Lincoln High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Lincolnton, NC (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Lincoln High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2737 Lee Lawing Road
Lincolnton, NC 28092
(704) 736-1969
Lincolnton, NC 28092
(704) 736-1969
Grades: 9-12
| 1,139 students
Rank: #22.
Lincolnton High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
803 N Aspen St
Lincolnton, NC 28092
(704) 735-3089
Lincolnton, NC 28092
(704) 735-3089
Grades: 9-12
| 788 students
Rank: #33.
West Lincoln High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
172 Shoal Rd
Lincolnton, NC 28092
(704) 736-9453
Lincolnton, NC 28092
(704) 736-9453
Grades: 9-12
| 733 students
Rank: #44.
Asbury Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
221 Salem Church Road
Lincolnton, NC 28092
(704) 736-4766
Lincolnton, NC 28092
(704) 736-4766
Grades: 6-12
| 29 students
Lincolnton, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
301 Jeb Seagle Drive
Lincolnton, NC 28092
(704) 736-1626
Lincolnton, NC 28092
(704) 736-1626
Grades: 3-5
| 327 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Lincolnton, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in Lincolnton, NC include North Lincoln High School, Lincolnton High School and West Lincoln High School.
How many public high schools are located in Lincolnton?
4 public high schools are located in Lincolnton.
What is the racial composition of students in Lincolnton?
Lincolnton public high schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Lincolnton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Lincolnton include: Lincolnton High School vs. North Lincoln High School, West Lincoln High School vs. North Lincoln High School
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