WEST LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL

West Lincoln High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Lincoln County Schools school district, located in Lincolnton, NC with about 865 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 48 teachers, West Lincoln High has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

West Lincoln High School, located in Lincolnton, North Carolina, serves as a central educational hub for the local community within the Lincoln County Schools district. The school is committed to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with personal development, aiming to prepare students for success in both higher education and the workforce. By offering a diverse curriculum that encompasses core academic subjects, elective courses, and various extracurricular opportunities, the institution strives to meet the unique needs and interests of its student body while promoting a culture of school spirit and community engagement.

Beyond the classroom, West Lincoln High places a strong emphasis on student involvement through a variety of athletic programs, clubs, and service-oriented organizations. These activities play a vital role in building leadership skills, teamwork, and social responsibility among students. Supported by a dedicated faculty and administration, the school focuses on creating a safe, inclusive, and collaborative learning environment where students are encouraged to reach their full potential and contribute positively to the broader Lincolnton community.

For more information, contact West Lincoln High at (704) 736-9453 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

172 Shoal Rd
Lincolnton, NC 28092-0772
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WEST LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Lincolnton, NC with about 865 enrolled students. See other public high schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
865
Teachers:
48.83
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 865 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending WEST LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 89% of the student body.

White
88.9%
Hispanic/Latino
6.9%
Two or more races
1.8%
Black or African American
1.8%
Asian
0.5%

Female
47.2%
Male
52.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.