Lincoln High School

Des Moines Independent Comm School District

2,364 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Lincoln High School, located on the south side of Des Moines, Iowa, is a long-standing public institution that serves as a central hub for the local community. As one of the district's primary high schools, it offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The school is known for its strong sense of tradition and school spirit, often referred to by the community as "Railsplitter" pride, which fosters a close-knit environment for its diverse student body.

Beyond academics, Lincoln High School provides a wide array of extracurricular opportunities, including competitive athletic programs, fine arts, and various student-led clubs. The facility itself has undergone significant renovations over the years to modernize its learning spaces, reflecting the district's commitment to providing updated resources and technology. By focusing on both student achievement and community engagement, Lincoln remains a cornerstone of the Des Moines Public Schools system, dedicated to developing well-rounded individuals within the Southside neighborhood.

2,364

Total Students

93.9

Full-Time Teachers

25.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

74.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Lincoln High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	717
Hispanic	903
Black	402
Asian	195
Two or More	130
American Indian	10
Pacific Islander	2

Hispanic
903 (38.3%)
White
717 (30.4%)
Black
402 (17.0%)
Asian
195 (8.3%)
Two or More
130 (5.5%)
American Indian
10 (0.4%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Des Moines Independent Comm School District
Phone:	(515)242-7500
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,364
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	93.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	25.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,536
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	234

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 552

Grade 10 569

Grade 11 571

Grade 12 672