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Very Good

#773 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 35% in state

Lincoln High School

High School · Seattle School District No. 1

4400 Interlake Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103

Enrollment

1,697

Student-Teacher

21.8:1

Score

7.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#773 of 2,228

In Seattle

#84 of 123

public schools

In district

#80 of 106

Seattle School District No. 1

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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7.1/10

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

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About Lincoln High School

Lincoln High School is a public high school in Seattle, WA, part of Seattle School District No. 1. Lincoln High School serves approximately 1,697 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #773 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln High School show 69% math proficiency (2024 SBA) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • WA avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

Lincoln High School runs 21.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.8Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-2.65 pts/yr
Data Period2022–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69.4% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency86.7% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+37.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+25.5 pts
Overall Proficiency78% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+9.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College Readiness9.5Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation33.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,806
Chronic Absenteeism20.2%

Lincoln High School — Students at Lincoln High School score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

11.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 69.4% (2024 SBA)
School
State
35.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 88.5% (multi-year average, 2022-2024)
School
State
55.9% (2024 SBA)

Based on 7 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2022
ELA
92%
2024
Math
69.4%
ELA
86.7%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.8/10.

How Lincoln High School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
65th percentile in WA
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.0/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.8
Sports
21
10 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
11%
Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
78 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
33.2% participation·State avg: 2.8 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
10 boys'·11 girls'·37 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 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

4400 Interlake Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. B F Day Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is McDonald International School (rated 9.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John Stanford International School (rated 9.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Hamilton International Middle School Seattle 0.2 mi 8.3
ST BENEDICT SCHOOL Seattle 0.3 mi 6.8
THE MERIDIAN SCHOOL Seattle 0.5 mi 8.3
B F Day Elementary School Seattle 0.6 mi 9.7
WOODLAND PARK COOPERATIVE Seattle 0.8 mi
KAPKA COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Seattle 0.6 mi 6.5
NORTHWEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Seattle 0.7 mi 7.6
McDonald International School Seattle 0.8 mi 9.6
John Stanford International School Seattle 0.8 mi 9.3
SEATTLE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Seattle 1.2 mi 8.8
Green Lake Elementary School Seattle 1.2 mi 7.2
UNIVERSITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT SCHOOL Seattle 1.1 mi 8.2
Tops K-8 School Seattle 1.4 mi 9.2
Queen Anne Elementary Seattle 1.6 mi 8.6
PACIFIC CREST SCHOOL Seattle 1.1 mi 5.8
West Woodland Elementary School Seattle 1.3 mi 8.9
BILLINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Seattle 1.6 mi 7.9
SEATTLE JEWISH COMMUNITY SCHOOL Seattle 1.6 mi 6.0
Daniel Bagley Elementary School Seattle 1.8 mi 8.6
ACADEMY FOR PRECISION LEARNING Seattle 1.3 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,372

Median Home Value

$1,012,900

Median Rent

$2,006/mo

Population

51,988

College Educated

77.3%

Homeownership

45.2%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

34.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln High School

What grades does Lincoln High School serve?

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

How many students attend Lincoln High School?

Lincoln High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,697 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln High School is 21.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lincoln High School rank in WA?

Lincoln High School ranks #773 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Lincoln High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln High School has 69% math proficiency (2024 SBA) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).

Is Lincoln High School a charter school?

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

Is Lincoln High School a Title I school?

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

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

11.3% of students at 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
97 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
59 Good Transit
Bike Score
94 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,697
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
78
Free/Reduced Lunch
11.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
King County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.2%

District

Seattle School District No. 1
District Enrollment
50,770
Schools in District
109
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,806
District Rank
#80 of 106

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