Serving 1,103 students in grades 9-12, Lincoln High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,103 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lincoln High School's student population of 1,103 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,103 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lincoln High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln High School is 0.44, 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
#2229 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
73%
29%
Black
14%
16%
White
9%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln High School's ranking?
Lincoln High School is ranked #2229 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Lincoln High School often compared to?
Lincoln High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt High School - Early College Studies, Saunders Trades & Technical High School, Yonkers High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincoln High School?
The graduation rate of Lincoln High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lincoln High School?
1,103 students attend Lincoln High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Lincoln High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln High School?
Lincoln High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lincoln High School offer ?
Lincoln High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln High School part of?
Lincoln High School is part of Yonkers City School District.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln High School located?
Lincoln High School is located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Yonkers, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Lincoln Park.
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