East Lincoln High School is a high school located in Denver, North Carolina. It is a part of the Lincoln County Schools district. The school was established in 1967. Its mascot is the Mustangs. The school colors are orange and green.
Serving 1,090 students in grades 9-12, East Lincoln High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,090 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Lincoln High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
East Lincoln High School's student population of 1,090 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,090 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1967
Colors
Green, Orange
School Rankings
East Lincoln High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Lincoln High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#405 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
10%
25%
White
73%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Lincoln High School's ranking?
East Lincoln High School is ranked #405 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are East Lincoln High School often compared to?
East Lincoln High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Lincoln High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Lincoln High School?
The graduation rate of East Lincoln High School is 92%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend East Lincoln High School?
1,090 students attend East Lincoln High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of East Lincoln High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Lincoln High School?
East Lincoln High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Lincoln High School offer ?
East Lincoln High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Lincoln High School part of?
East Lincoln High School is part of Lincoln County Schools School District.
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