For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 248 students in Lincoln, NH.
The top ranked public schools in Lincoln, NH are Lin-wood Public School Elementary School, Lin-wood Public School (Middle) and Lin-wood Public School (High). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lincoln, NH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the New Hampshire public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Lincoln have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Hampshire public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Lincoln, NH (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lin-wood Public School Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
54 Linwood Dr.
Lincoln, NH 03251
(603) 745-2214
Lincoln, NH 03251
(603) 745-2214
Grades: K-5
| 111 students
Rank: #22.
Lin-wood Public School (Middle)
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
72 Linwood Dr.
Lincoln, NH 03251
(603) 745-2214
Lincoln, NH 03251
(603) 745-2214
Grades: 6-8
| 61 students
Rank: #33.
Lin-wood Public School (High)
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
72 Linwood Dr.
Lincoln, NH 03251
(603) 745-2214
Lincoln, NH 03251
(603) 745-2214
Grades: 9-12
| 76 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Lincoln, NH?
The top ranked public schools in Lincoln, NH include Lin-wood Public School Elementary School, Lin-wood Public School (Middle) and Lin-wood Public School (High).
How many public schools are located in Lincoln?
3 public schools are located in Lincoln.
What is the racial composition of students in Lincoln?
Lincoln public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
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