For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,688 students in Lincolnton, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in Lincolnton, NC are North Lincoln High School, Lincolnton High School and West Lincoln High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lincolnton, NC public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in Lincolnton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Lincolnton, NC public high school have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Lincoln High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Lincolnton, NC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Lincoln High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2737 Lee Lawing Road
Lincolnton, NC 28092
(704) 736-1969
Lincolnton, NC 28092
(704) 736-1969
Gr: 9-12 | 1,126 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Lincolnton High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
803 N Aspen St
Lincolnton, NC 28092
(704) 735-3089
Lincolnton, NC 28092
(704) 735-3089
Gr: 9-12 | 797 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
West Lincoln High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
172 Shoal Rd
Lincolnton, NC 28092
(704) 736-9453
Lincolnton, NC 28092
(704) 736-9453
Gr: 9-12 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #44.
Asbury Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
221 Salem Church Road
Lincolnton, NC 28092
(704) 736-4766
Lincolnton, NC 28092
(704) 736-4766
Gr: 6-12 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Lincolnton, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in Lincolnton, NC include North Lincoln High School, Lincolnton High School and West Lincoln High School.
How many public high schools are located in Lincolnton?
4 public high schools are located in Lincolnton.
What is the racial composition of students in Lincolnton?
Lincolnton public high schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Lincolnton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Lincolnton include: Lincolnton High School vs. North Lincoln High School, West Lincoln High School vs. North Lincoln High School, North Lincoln High School vs. Lincolnton High School
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