LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL

Lincoln HS is a Title I public high school that is part of the Philadelphia City SD school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 1,661 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten 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 90 teachers, Lincoln HS 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.

Abraham Lincoln High School, located on Ryan Avenue in the Mayfair section of Northeast Philadelphia, is a large public secondary school serving students in grades 9 through 12. As part of the School District of Philadelphia, the institution offers a traditional comprehensive high school curriculum, supplemented by various extracurricular activities, athletic programs, and career and technical education (CTE) pathways designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce.

The school is a prominent fixture in the local community, historically recognized for its long-standing traditions and its role in serving the diverse student population of Northeast Philadelphia. In recent years, the administration has focused on initiatives aimed at academic improvement, fostering a supportive school culture, and enhancing college and career readiness. While navigating the challenges inherent to a large urban school district, Lincoln HS continues to strive toward providing its students with a well-rounded educational experience through a combination of core academics and specialized programming.

For more information, contact Lincoln HS at (215) 335-5653 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.