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Lincoln High School

2600 Sw 9Th St, Des Moines, IA 50315, United States
+1 (515) 242-7500
4.3
Overall Rating

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Lincoln High School Overview

About This School

Lincoln High School is a public high in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 2,364 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 50% in ELA and 36% in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 25:1 with 93 teachers on staff and an average teacher salary of $72,552. Guidance services are managed with a ratio of 352 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 51% male and 48% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 38% Hispanic, 30% White, 17% Black, 8% Asian, and 6% students of two or more races.

2,364
Total Students
Grade 9-12
25:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
93 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts50%
Mathematics36%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Polk County
Students per Counselor
352:1

Lincoln High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

50%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 50%State Avg: 70%
36%
Mathematics
City Avg: 44%State Avg: 65%
N/A
Science

Class Information

25:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 14.4:1
State Avg: 14.5:1
352
Students per Counselor

Lincoln High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
93

Average Teacher Salary

$72,552
City Avg: $71,966
State Avg: $66,994

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio25:1
Students per Counselor352:1

Lincoln High School Student Demographics

Student Body

51.44%
Male
48.35%
Female
Total Enrollment: 2,364 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White30.33%
Hispanic38.2%
Asian8.25%
Black17.01%
Two or More Races5.5%
Native American0.42%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lincoln High School

Q: What is Lincoln High School?

A: Lincoln High School is a high public located in Des Moines.

Q: How many students attend Lincoln High School?

A: Lincoln High School has approximately 2,364 students enrolled.

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

A: The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln High School is 25:1.

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Detailed Information about Lincoln High School

Lincoln High School is a public high in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 2,364 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 50% in ELA and 36% in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 25:1 with 93 teachers on staff and an average teacher salary of $72,552. Guidance services are managed with a ratio of 352 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 51% male and 48% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 38% Hispanic, 30% White, 17% Black, 8% Asian, and 6% students of two or more races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Lincoln High School - Des Moines, IA

Quick Facts about Lincoln High School
School NameLincoln High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location2600 Sw 9Th St, Des Moines, IA 50315, Des Moines, IA
CountyPolk County
Phone+1 (515) 242-7500
Total Students2,364
Student-Teacher Ratio25:1
Full-Time Teachers93
Rating4.3/10
ELA Proficiency50%
Math Proficiency36%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Lincoln High School

What is Lincoln High School?

Lincoln High School is a high public located in Des Moines.

How many students attend Lincoln High School?

Lincoln High School has approximately 2,364 students enrolled.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln High School is 25:1.

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