For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,261 students in Lincolnton, GA.
The top-ranked public schools in Lincolnton, GA are Lincoln County Middle School, Lincoln County Elementary School and Lincoln County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lincolnton, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Lincolnton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Lincolnton, GA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln County Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 Charles Ward Elam Dr # B
Lincolnton, GA 30817
(706) 359-3069
Lincolnton, GA 30817
(706) 359-3069
Gr: 6-8 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln County Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
175 Rowland York Dr
Lincolnton, GA 30817
(706) 359-3449
Lincolnton, GA 30817
(706) 359-3449
Gr: PK-5 | 602 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Lincoln County High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 Charles Ward Elam Dr
Lincolnton, GA 30817
(706) 359-3121
Lincolnton, GA 30817
(706) 359-3121
Gr: 9-12 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Lincolnton, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in Lincolnton, GA include Lincoln County Middle School, Lincoln County Elementary School and Lincoln County High School.
How many public schools are located in Lincolnton?
3 public schools are located in Lincolnton.
What is the racial composition of students in Lincolnton?
Lincolnton public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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