Lincoln High School is a public high school in Tacoma, Washington, serving 1,578 students in grades 9-12. The school stands out for its diverse student population, with significant representation of Hispanic (33.9%), African American (18.95%), and Asian (12.55%) students, which is higher than nearby schools like Industrial Design Engineering and Arts and Tacoma School of the Arts.
However, Lincoln High School faces academic challenges, with only 39.6% of students proficient or better in SBAC/English Language Arts and just 10.36% proficient or better in SBAC/Math, significantly lower than the Tacoma School District and the state of Washington averages. The school's graduation rate has improved, reaching 91.2% in 2022-2023, but its dropout rate remains high, ranging from 8.2% to 18.5% over the past five years, much higher than nearby schools. Additionally, 73.38% of Lincoln High School students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high percentage of students from low socioeconomic backgrounds.
The racial disparities in academic performance at Lincoln High School are particularly concerning, with Asian, African American, and Hispanic students performing significantly below their peers at the state level. The school's funding and resource allocation have also fluctuated, which may impact its ability to provide consistent and high-quality educational support. By learning from the successes of nearby schools, such as Industrial Design Engineering and Arts and Tacoma School of the Arts, and implementing evidence-based strategies, Lincoln High School can work towards improving its academic outcomes and supporting the success of all its students.
In the 2022-23 school year, 1,578 students attended Lincoln High School.
Lincoln High School ranks in the bottom 6.2% of Washington high schools.
Tacoma School District
Lincoln High School is fed by the following schools:Elementary : Blix Elementary SchoolElementary : Boze Elementary SchoolElementary : Lister Elementary SchoolElementary : Lyon Elementary SchoolElementary : Roosevelt Elementary SchoolElementary : Sheridan Elementary SchoolElementary : Whitman Elementary SchoolMiddle : First Creek Middle SchoolMiddle : Stewart Middle School
Students at Lincoln High School are 34% Hispanic, 19% African American, 14% White, 13% Two or more races, 13% Asian, 7% Pacific Islander, 1% American Indian.