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Lincoln Senior High School

High School · Lincoln Consolidated School District

7425 WILLIS RD, Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Enrollment

888

Student-Teacher

19.3:1

Score

6.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,611 of 3,192

In Ypsilanti

#15 of 28

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

Lincoln Consolidated School District

Academic growth

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Lincoln Senior High School

6.3/10

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

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About Lincoln Senior High School

Lincoln Senior High School is a public high school in Ypsilanti, MI, part of Lincoln Consolidated School District. Lincoln Senior High School serves approximately 888 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,611 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Senior High School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with MI schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • MI avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Lincoln Senior 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.

Lincoln Senior High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency30% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
College Readiness5.9Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate86%
AP Participation6.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,951
Chronic Absenteeism25.9%

Lincoln Senior High School — Students at Lincoln Senior High School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 19.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
30%
ELA
55%
2010
Math
34%
ELA
51%
2011
Math
19%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
15%
ELA
49%
2013
Math
19%
ELA
51%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
18%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
0.5%
ELA
0.5%
2018
Math
21%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
21%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
42%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Lincoln Senior High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in MI
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
6.7/10
Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.5
Sports
20
8 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
6.3% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
8 boys'·12 girls'·33 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

7425 WILLIS RD, Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Arbor Preparatory High School (rated 6.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ACCE (rated 6.6/10, 5.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Washtenaw Alliance for Virtual Education (rated 5.3/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Ann Arbor), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ypsilanti, see our Ypsilanti schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.9 mi
School Distance Rating
LCS Virtual Academy Ypsilanti 0.0 mi 2.8
Lincoln Middle School Ypsilanti 0.2 mi 5.2
Bishop Elementary School Ypsilanti 0.4 mi 4.9
Brick Elementary School Ypsilanti 0.5 mi 4.0
Childs Elementary School Ypsilanti 0.9 mi 4.9
East Arbor Charter Academy Ypsilanti 2.1 mi 7.0
Arbor Preparatory High School Ypsilanti 2.2 mi 6.8
Erickson Elementary Ypsilanti 4.7 mi 3.3
South Arbor Charter Academy Ypsilanti 3.7 mi 7.7
Perry Early Learning Center Ypsilanti 5.1 mi 5.6
Pittsfield Acres Academy Ypsilanti 4.3 mi 6.4
Ypsilanti Community Middle School Ypsilanti 5.3 mi 5.7
ACCE Ypsilanti 5.3 mi 6.6
YPSI Connected Community School Ypsilanti 5.3 mi 5.3
BOTTLES-N-BACKPACKS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Ypsilanti 5.4 mi
Huron Valley Womens Ypsilanti 4.2 mi
Washtenaw Alliance for Virtual Education Ann Arbor 5.7 mi 5.3
Rawsonville Elementary School Ypsilanti 4.9 mi 3.4
Center for Forensic Psychiatry Ann Arbor 4.3 mi
Washtenaw International Middle Academy Ypsilanti 5.9 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48197 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,913

Median Home Value

$274,100

Median Rent

$1,203/mo

Population

65,911

College Educated

46.8%

Homeownership

53.5%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

13.2%

Median Age

33.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln Senior High School

What grades does Lincoln Senior High School serve?

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

How many students attend Lincoln Senior High School?

Lincoln Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 888 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Senior High School is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lincoln Senior High School rank in MI?

Lincoln Senior High School ranks #1,611 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Lincoln Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Lincoln Senior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Senior High School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Lincoln Senior High School a charter school?

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

Is Lincoln Senior High School a Title I school?

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

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

46.7% of students at Lincoln Senior 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
888
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Washtenaw County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.9%
4-Year Graduation
86.0%

District

Lincoln Consolidated School District
District Enrollment
3,483
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,951
District Rank
#1 of 6

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