- St James Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 653 students
- Rock Springs Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 639 students
- Catawba Springs Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 543 students
- Battleground Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 420 students
- Childers Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 418 students
- GE Massey Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 370 students
- Iron Station Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 367 students
- North Brook Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 344 students
- Union Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 342 students
- Pumpkin Center Primary — Grades PK–2 · 325 students
- Love Memorial Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 315 students
- S Ray Lowder Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 306 students
- Pumpkin Center Intermediate — Grades 3–5 · 295 students
- North Lincoln Middle — Grades 6–8 · 774 students
- East Lincoln Middle — Grades 6–8 · 738 students
- Lincolnton Middle — Grades 6–8 · 563 students
- West Lincoln Middle — Grades 6–8 · 563 students
- North Lincoln High — Grades 9–12 · 1,126 students
- East Lincoln High — Grades 9–12 · 1,047 students
- Lincolnton High — Grades 9–12 · 797 students
- West Lincoln High — Grades 9–12 · 731 students
- Asbury Academy — Grades 6–12 · 34 students
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| Metric | Lincoln County Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 23 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,300/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Lincoln County Schools
If you live in ZIP 28033 — Lincoln, North Carolina — your assigned public schools are operated by Lincoln County Schools. Its 6/10 rating is roughly in line with the North Carolina average across the funding and enrollment measures NCES tracks. The district covers Pre-K – 12th. Use the district statistics and boundary map above to confirm the area, then verify your exact school assignment with the district before making a housing decision.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Lincoln County Schools runs approximately $10,300 annually, placing it near the North Carolina state average of approximately $10,500 and below the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Below-average funding can mean larger class sizes, fewer elective offerings, and limited extracurricular programs. Families with specialized needs should verify specific program availability directly with the district. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Lincoln County Schools is a district of unknown size with multiple schools serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Contact Lincoln County Schools to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Lincoln County Schools 6 out of 10 — average among North Carolina public school districts. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Lincoln County Schools falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 28033
Children in zip code 28033 are assigned to Lincoln County Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 28033, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Lincoln County Schools at (704)732-2261 or visit www.lincoln.k12.nc.us/. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — North Carolina districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Lincoln
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Lincoln County Schools serves zip code 28033, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 28033 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In North Carolina, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Lincoln County Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 28033.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Lincoln County Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 28033 data.