Serving 696 students in grades 4-8, Lincoln Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lincoln Academy's student population of 696 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
696 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Lincoln Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Academy is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#960 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)51%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Asian
17%
5%
Hispanic
8%
22%
Black
49%
24%
White
18%
42%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Academy's ranking?
Lincoln Academy is ranked #960 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Lincoln Academy often compared to?
Lincoln Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Brown Summit Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Academy?
696 students attend Lincoln Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Lincoln Academy students are Black, 18% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Academy?
Lincoln Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lincoln Academy offer ?
Lincoln Academy offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Academy part of?
Lincoln Academy is part of Guilford County Schools.
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