Serving 973 students in grades 9-12, Lincoln Senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 973 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lincoln Senior High School's student population of 973 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
973 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln Senior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Senior High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#44 out of 287 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
12%
31%
Black
5%
9%
White
75%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lincoln School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Senior High School's ranking?
Lincoln Senior High School is ranked #44 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Lincoln Senior High School often compared to?
Lincoln Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cumberland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincoln Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Lincoln Senior High School is 86%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Lincoln Senior High School?
973 students attend Lincoln Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Lincoln Senior High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Senior High School?
Lincoln Senior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln Senior High School offer ?
Lincoln Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Senior High School part of?
Lincoln Senior High School is part of Lincoln School District.
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