For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,641 students in Lincoln County, TN.
The top-ranked public high schools in Lincoln County, TN are Lincoln County High School, Lincoln Central Academy and Fayetteville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lincoln County, TN public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in Lincoln County have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public high schools.
Lincoln County, TN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Fayetteville High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Lincoln County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln County High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1233 Huntsville Hwy
Fayetteville, TN 37334
(931) 433-6505
Fayetteville, TN 37334
(931) 433-6505
Gr: 9-12 | 1,171 students Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Central Academy
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
900 South Main Ave
Fayetteville, TN 37334
(931) 433-6156
Fayetteville, TN 37334
(931) 433-6156
Gr: 4-12 | 51 students Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Fayetteville High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Wilson Pkwy
Fayetteville, TN 37334
(931) 433-3158
Fayetteville, TN 37334
(931) 433-3158
Gr: 9-12 | 315 students Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Central Virtual Academy
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
909 Main Avenue South
Fayetteville, TN 37334
(931) 433-6156
Fayetteville, TN 37334
(931) 433-6156
Gr: K-12 | 41 students Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Lincoln County, TN?
The top-ranked public high schools in Lincoln County, TN include Lincoln County High School, Lincoln Central Academy and Fayetteville High School.
How many public high schools are located in Lincoln County?
4 public high schools are located in Lincoln County.
What is the racial composition of students in Lincoln County?
Lincoln County public high schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Lincoln County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Lincoln County include: Lincoln County High School vs. Fayetteville High School, Fayetteville High School vs. Lincoln County High School
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