At a glance
Reported students
1,982
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
115.52
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
17.2:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Nebraska high enrollment
97th percentile
Compared with 319 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
446
Lincoln East High School: 1,982 reported students.
State peer staffing position
95th percentile
17.2:1 reported; state peer median 9.7:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 2,164
- Teachers (FTE)
- 131.8
- Student–teacher ratio
- 16.4:1
What the reported data says about Lincoln East High School
Lincoln East High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Lincoln. It is one of 78 current school records connected to Lincoln Public Schools. NCES reports 1,982 students for 2024–25.
Among 319 high schools in Nebraska with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 130 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 97th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 17.2:1, above the Nebraska median of 9.7:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (76.7%) and Hispanic or Latino (9%). English learners represent 0.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 9.7%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 19 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Lincoln East High School
- 1How do the reported 17.2:1 student–teacher ratio and 115.52 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 8 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 0.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 9.7%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 19.4%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 8
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1.1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White76.7%
- Hispanic9%
- Black2.2%
- Asian5.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial6.5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
19 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Lincoln Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
North Star High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,927 reported students
Lincoln High School
High · Grades 09–12
2,086 reported students
Southwest High School
High · Grades 09–12
2,110 reported students
Lincoln Southeast High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,848 reported students
Lincoln Northeast High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,819 reported students
Northwest High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,017 reported students
Public schools near Lincoln East High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lps Career Academy High · Lincoln Public Schools | 11–12 | 0 | 1.4 mi |
| Bryan Community School High · Lincoln Public Schools | 09–12 | 0 | 1.7 mi |
| Lps Graduation Pathways Program High · Lincoln Public Schools | 10–12 | 0 | 1.7 mi |
| High School Student Support Program High · Lincoln Public Schools | 09–12 | 0 | 2.3 mi |
| Morton School High · Morton School | 07–12 | 0 | 2.4 mi |
| Nebraska Youth Academy High · Nebraska Youth Academy | 07–12 | 0 | 2.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Lincoln East High School
What grades does Lincoln East High School serve?
Lincoln East High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Lincoln Public Schools.
How many students attend Lincoln East High School?
Lincoln East High School reported 1,982 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 97th percentile among 319 Nebraska high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 2,164 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Lincoln East High School?
The calculated ratio is 17.2:1, based on 1,982 students and 115.52 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Nebraska median for the same school level is 9.7:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Lincoln East High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Lincoln East High School is a public school. Enrollment is generally based on Lincoln Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Lincoln East High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
19.4% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Lincoln East High School in?
Lincoln East High School is part of Lincoln Public Schools, based in Lincoln, NE, which operates 78 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Lincoln East High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Lps Career Academy (1.4 mi), Bryan Community School (1.7 mi), Lps Graduation Pathways Program (1.7 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.