Lincoln High School, founded in 1954, is Lincoln Unified School District's only comprehensive high school. The school serves approximately 3,500 students from ethnically and socio-economically diverse populations.
Serving 2,891 students in grades 9-12, Lincoln High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,891 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lincoln High School's student population of 2,891 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 131 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,891 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
131 teachers
Year Founded
1954
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
Lincoln High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln High School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3444 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
52%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln High School's ranking?
Lincoln High School is ranked #3444 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lincoln High School often compared to?
Lincoln High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bear Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincoln High School?
The graduation rate of Lincoln High School is 93%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lincoln High School?
2,891 students attend Lincoln High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Lincoln High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln High School?
Lincoln High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lincoln High School offer ?
Lincoln High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lincoln High School part of?
Lincoln High School is part of Lincoln Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln High School located?
Lincoln High School is located in the Lakeview neighborhood of Stockton, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Lakeview.
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