Serving 1,611 students in grades 9-12, Lincoln High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,611 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 10% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lincoln High School's student population of 1,611 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,611 students
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Year Founded
1869
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#170 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
4%
3%
White
61%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cardinals
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln High School's ranking?
Lincoln High School is ranked #170 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Lincoln High School often compared to?
Lincoln High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grant High School, Ida B. Wells-barnett High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR 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 Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Lincoln High School?
1,611 students attend Lincoln High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Lincoln High School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln High School?
Lincoln High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lincoln High School offer ?
Lincoln High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lincoln High School part of?
Lincoln High School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln High School located?
Lincoln High School is located in the Goose Hollow Foothills League neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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