High Schools in Lincoln Public Schools

The Lincoln Public Schools district in Nebraska is home to 7 high schools serving students in grades 9-12. These schools vary significantly in their academic performance, student demographics, and resource allocation, providing a diverse educational landscape for families in the area.

The top-performing high schools in the district are Lincoln East High School and Southwest High School, which consistently rank among the best in the state. These schools boast strong ACT proficiency rates, outpacing the district and state averages, and serve student populations with relatively higher socioeconomic status. In contrast, Lincoln Northeast High School and Northwest High School struggle with significantly lower academic performance, well below the district and state benchmarks.

The racial and socioeconomic diversity of the schools within the Lincoln Public Schools district is also noteworthy. While Lincoln East High School has a predominantly white student population, Lincoln High School boasts a more diverse student body. Additionally, the percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients varies widely, from 16.54% at Lincoln Southeast High School to 61.75% at Lincoln Northeast High School, indicating significant socioeconomic differences among the schools. These disparities suggest the need for the district to address equity and provide additional support for schools serving students from lower-income backgrounds.