Lincoln High School is a public high school in Seattle, Washington, part of the Seattle Public Schools district and named after Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States. It is Seattle Public School's oldest operating high school. The school initially opened in 1907.
Serving 1,770 students in grades 9-12, Lincoln High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,770 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lincoln High School's student population of 1,770 students has grown by 80% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,770 students
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1907
Campus Size
6.72 acres
School Rankings
Lincoln High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln High School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#55 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
9%
Hispanic
10%
27%
Black
4%
5%
White
57%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
16%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lynx
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln High School's ranking?
Lincoln High School is ranked #55 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Lincoln High School often compared to?
Lincoln High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt High School, Ballard High School, Ingraham High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincoln High School?
The graduation rate of Lincoln High School is 98%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lincoln High School?
1,770 students attend Lincoln High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Lincoln High School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 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 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lincoln High School offer ?
Lincoln High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln High School part of?
Lincoln High School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln High School located?
Lincoln High School is located in the Wallingford neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Wallingford.
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