LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL

2,196 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Lincoln High School, located at 2229 J Street in Lincoln, Nebraska, serves as a cornerstone of the Lincoln Public Schools district. As one of the oldest and most established high schools in the city, it carries a rich history and a strong sense of tradition, often acting as a focal point for the surrounding downtown and Near South neighborhoods. The school is known for its diverse student body and a commitment to providing a comprehensive educational experience that balances rigorous academics with a wide array of extracurricular opportunities.

Beyond its academic offerings, Lincoln High is well-regarded for its vibrant school culture and active community involvement. The campus facilities have seen various updates over the years to accommodate modern learning needs while maintaining the school's historical character. With a wide range of athletic programs, arts initiatives, and student organizations, Lincoln High fosters an environment that encourages students to pursue their unique interests while preparing them for post-secondary success, whether that be in higher education, the workforce, or military service.

2,196

Total Students

152.4

Full-Time Teachers

14.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

56.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	915
Hispanic	552
Black	274
Asian	182
Two or More	242
American Indian	31

White
915 (41.7 %)
Hispanic
552 (25.1 %)
Black
274 (12.5 %)
Two or More
242 (11.0 %)
Asian
182 (8.3 %)
American Indian
31 (1.4 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Phone:	(402)436-1301
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,196
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	152.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,017
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	231

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 513

Grade 10 511

Grade 11 504

Grade 12 668