Lincoln High School is comprehensive four-year public high school located in Shinnston, West Virginia, in Harrison County, in the United States. It operates as part of the Harrison County School District.
Serving 513 students in grades 9-12, Lincoln High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lincoln High School's student population of 513 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1978
Colors
Brown, Gold
School Rankings
Lincoln High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#490 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
93%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
91%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln High School's ranking?
Lincoln High School is ranked #490 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Lincoln High School often compared to?
Lincoln High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridgeport High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincoln High School?
The graduation rate of Lincoln High School is 95%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Lincoln High School?
513 students attend Lincoln High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Lincoln High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln High School?
Lincoln High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln High School offer ?
Lincoln High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lincoln High School part of?
Lincoln High School is part of Harrison County Schools School District.
School Reviews
2 5/11/2020
This school is ok but they don't care about a student's safety or health most of the time. They spend their money on useless things when really it could''ve been used for better books. Finally, the new principal isn't great as he limits on what students would bring besides the obvious things. If they continue treating students like this, they will be forced to shut down the school for good. Also, screw the online classes, they don't help anyone at all.
1 8/20/2019
This school is run so poorly, they have treated students terribly. The students here are absolutely miserable. I would NEVER recommend it.
5 2/24/2016
Lhs has ap classes and it is a great school
Faculty come to the need of a student
I love Lhs and the school is a amazing place for unlimited opportunities.
5 8/17/2011
This is a great school. Both my children graduated from here and they are both successful, have Masters' Degrees and are doing great. The life's experiences and learning they received from this school were a good part of their success.
5 8/17/2011
Very good school. Faculity are very intereted in the students, good academic and extracurricular activities.
2 1/12/2009
I would not recommend this school to anyone with any sense. The quality of academic programs is poor. No AP classes are offered here and honors classes are lacking. Availability of sports is plentiful as sports are held in high regard at LHS. Sports is the only thing holding the school together (even though we lost every single football game in 07-08). Mental skills lag behind in every subject. The facility is old and the county probably won't have the funds to replace it until a large portion of the cement gives way in 20 years. The staff is either old, mad at the world, or should be/have been arrested for inappropriate student-teacher behavior. Parent involvement is basically limited to them coming to their son/daughter's sporting event to watch them lose. Overall, I would rather be home-schooled by an abusive-father, crack-mother, screwed all your best friends-sister, prissy pants-grandpa, and Hitler.
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