For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,247 students in Lincoln County, GA.
The top ranked public schools in Lincoln County, GA are Lincoln County Middle School, Lincoln County Elementary School and Lincoln County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lincoln County, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Lincoln County have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Lincoln County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lincoln County Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 Charles Ward Elam Dr # B
Lincolnton, GA 30817
(706) 359-3069
Lincolnton, GA 30817
(706) 359-3069
Grades: 6-8
| 275 students
Rank: #22.
Lincoln County Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
175 Rowland York Dr
Lincolnton, GA 30817
(706) 359-3449
Lincolnton, GA 30817
(706) 359-3449
Grades: PK-5
| 598 students
Rank: #33.
Lincoln County High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 Charles Ward Elam Dr
Lincolnton, GA 30817
(706) 359-3121
Lincolnton, GA 30817
(706) 359-3121
Grades: 9-12
| 374 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Lincoln County, GA?
The top ranked public schools in Lincoln County, GA include Lincoln County Middle School, Lincoln County Elementary School and Lincoln County High School.
How many public schools are located in Lincoln County?
3 public schools are located in Lincoln County.
What is the racial composition of students in Lincoln County?
Lincoln County public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Lincoln County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Lincoln County include: Lincoln County Middle School vs. Lincoln County High School, Lincoln County Middle School vs. Lincoln County Elementary School, Lincoln County Elementary School vs. Lincoln County Middle School
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