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Best High Schools in Lincoln, Nebraska

Compare 9 high schools in Lincoln. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

9
High Schools
Public & Charter Schools
42,466
Total Students
Across Lincoln
13.2:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
9 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score47%
ELA Assessment Score50%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)2 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)7 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

  • ✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
  • ✓Largest student enrollment is 2,110 students at Southwest High School.
  • ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 8:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

About High Schools in Lincoln

Lincoln, Nebraska offers 9 high schools providing comprehensive education for students preparing for college and careers. These schools offer diverse academic programs, extracurricular activities, and advanced placement courses.

Lincoln East High School

publichighGrade 9-12
1000 S 70Th St, Lincoln, NE 68510
6.6
Rating
Students
1,982
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
66%
Math Proficiency
65%

Southwest High School

publichighGrade 9-12
7001 S 14Th St, Lincoln, NE 68512
6.4
Rating
Students
2,110
Student-Teacher
19:1
ELA Proficiency
63%
Math Proficiency
64%

Lincoln Southeast High School

publichighGrade 9-12
2930 S 37Th St, Lincoln, NE 68506
6
Rating
Students
1,848
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
60%
Math Proficiency
60%

University Of Nebraska High School

publichighGrade 7-12
1500 "U" Street; Ste 200, Lincoln, NE 68588
4
Rating
Students
165
Student-Teacher
8:1
ELA Proficiency
49.5%
Math Proficiency
30%

Lincoln High School

publichighGrade 9-12
2229 J St, Lincoln, NE 68510
4
Rating
Students
2,086
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
40%
Math Proficiency
39%

North Star High School

publichighGrade 9-12
5801 N 33Rd St, Lincoln, NE 68504
3.9
Rating
Students
1,927
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
39%
Math Proficiency
39%

Lincoln Northeast High School

publichighGrade 9-12
2635 N 63Rd St, Lincoln, NE 68507
3
Rating
Students
1,819
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
31%
Math Proficiency
29%

Standing Bear High School

publichighGrade 9-12
11100 South 70Th Street, Lincoln, NE 68516
N/A
Rating
Students
631
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Northwest High School

publichighGrade 9-12
4901 West Holdrege Street, Lincoln, NE 68524
N/A
Rating
Students
1,017
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

How many high schools are in Lincoln, Nebraska?

There are several high schools in Lincoln, offering diverse academic programs, extracurricular activities, and college preparation courses.

What is the best high school in Lincoln?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated high schools in Lincoln include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all high schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Lincoln?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Lincoln is 13.2:1.