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#1394 of 1,815 schools in CO

Abraham Lincoln High School

High School · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C

2285 SOUTH FEDERAL BOULEVARD, Denver, CO 80219

Enrollment

992

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

4.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,394 of 1,815

In Denver

#184 of 222

public schools

In district

#165 of 196

School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C

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Abraham Lincoln High School

4.8/10

High School in Denver · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Abraham Lincoln High School

Abraham Lincoln High School is a public high school in Denver, CO, part of School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C. Abraham Lincoln High School serves approximately 992 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Abraham Lincoln High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,394 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Abraham Lincoln High School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.9 pts below district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • CO avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Abraham Lincoln High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

61% of students at Abraham Lincoln High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.9Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)18% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
College Readiness4.9Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate67%
AP Participation14.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,206
Chronic Absenteeism60.5%

Abraham Lincoln High School — Students at Abraham Lincoln High School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 13.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 27.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
35%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
40%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
13%
ELA
34%
2012
Math
9%
ELA
33%
2013
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2014
Math
7%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
9%
ELA
14%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
11%
2017
Math
15%
ELA
7%
2018
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
7.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.

How Abraham Lincoln High School Compares

See how Abraham Lincoln High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
23th percentile in CO
Academic
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.7
Sports
1
1 boys' · 0 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
89%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
66 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
60.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
14.8% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics1sport offered
1 boys'·0 girls'·1 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2285 SOUTH FEDERAL BOULEVARD, Denver, CO 80219

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Abraham Lincoln High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. DSST: College View High School (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rocky Mountain Prep SMART (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Respect Academy (rated 6.9/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Compass Academy Denver 0.1 mi 5.9
Respect Academy Denver 0.1 mi 6.9
Rocky Mountain Prep Ruby Hill Denver 0.4 mi 8.6
Rocky Mountain Prep Federal Denver 0.4 mi 5.1
Johnson Elementary School Denver 0.5 mi 5.9
Excel Academy Denver 0.6 mi 4.8
College View Elementary School Denver 0.6 mi 4.8
Gust Elementary School Denver 0.7 mi 7.0
Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy Denver 0.7 mi 5.0
HUMANEX ACADEMY Englewood 0.9 mi 6.6
DSST: College View High School Denver 1.1 mi 8.9
Schmitt Elementary School Denver 0.9 mi 4.7
DSST: College View Middle School Denver 1.1 mi 7.4
Doull Elementary School Denver 1.0 mi 7.5
Charles M. Schenck (CMS) Community School Denver 1.2 mi 6.7
Rocky Mountain Prep Westwood Denver 1.3 mi 4.8
Rocky Mountain Prep SMART Denver 1.3 mi 7.0
Godsman Elementary School Denver 1.2 mi 6.3
Pascual Ledoux Academy Denver 1.5 mi 5.6
Rocky Mountain Prep Southwest Denver 1.6 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,325

Median Home Value

$426,200

Median Rent

$1,464/mo

Population

60,095

College Educated

21.9%

Homeownership

57.7%

Avg Commute

27.2 min

Poverty Rate

18.2%

Median Age

34.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Abraham Lincoln High School

What grades does Abraham Lincoln High School serve?

Abraham Lincoln High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Abraham Lincoln High School?

Abraham Lincoln High School has an enrollment of approximately 992 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Abraham Lincoln High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Abraham Lincoln High School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Abraham Lincoln High School rank in CO?

Abraham Lincoln High School ranks #1,394 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Abraham Lincoln High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Abraham Lincoln High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Abraham Lincoln High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Abraham Lincoln High School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Abraham Lincoln High School a charter school?

No, Abraham Lincoln High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Abraham Lincoln High School a Title I school?

No, Abraham Lincoln High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Abraham Lincoln High School?

89.0% of students at Abraham Lincoln High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
72 Very Walkable
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
992
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
66
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Denver County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
60.5%
4-Year Graduation
67.0%

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