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Lincoln High School

Seattle School District No. 1 · King County · 4400 Interlake Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103.0

(206)413-2500

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10/10
#5
Rank 5 out of 378
Top 1%
English Language Arts10/10 · #10 · 98th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #9 · 98th percentile
Science10/10 · #5 · 99th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Lincoln High School sits in the heart of Wallingford, one of Seattle's most walkable and community-rooted neighborhoods, surrounded by local coffee shops, Burke-Gilman Trail access, and an easy commute to the University District. Academics here are genuinely rigorous across the board — top-percentile scores in English, math, and science reflect a student body and staff that take learning seriously — making it a natural fit for families who want a public school experience that can hold its own against any private option in the city. It's a newer building with a modern feel, and families who value both strong academics and that distinct Seattle neighborhood character tend to find it a compelling choice.

Student Demographics

443 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
273 (62%)
Multiple Races
70 (16%)
Hispanic
39 (9%)
Asian
38 (9%)
Other
23 (5%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged48 (11%)
Students with Disabilities58 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,780
Enrollment
83
Teachers (FTE)
21.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
26.8
Avg Class Size

Graduation Rate

96.4%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

18
AP Courses
offered
34.1%
AP Participation
of students
564
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs10/10 · #7 · 99th percentile

492 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Washington.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found