Central Elementary School vs Lincoln Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arkansas, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Forrest City · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
713 students
Lincoln Academy
Forrest City · Public middle · Grades 6–6
132 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Forrest City, Arkansas | Lincoln Academy Forrest City, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 2 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #511 of 511 | #210 of 211 |
| National rank | #50277 of 50,301 | #14937 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 6–6 |
| Students | 713 | 132 |
| Enrollment | 713 | 132 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 29.7 | 18.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 17% |
| Math proficiency | – | 22% |
| city | Forrest City | Forrest City |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (11.7 vs 2.0).
- •Lincoln Academy does better on students per teacher (18.9 vs 29.7).
- •Central Elementary School is the larger school with 713 students compared with 132.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Central Elementary School better than Lincoln Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Academy ranks higher (11.7 vs 2.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Central Elementary School and Lincoln Academy?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Forrest City and Forrest City in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 713. Lincoln Academy: 132. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Lincoln Academy rank in Arkansas?
Central Elementary School is 511th of 511 and Lincoln Academy is 210th of 211 among elementary schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).