Abraham Lincoln Elementary vs Gerald R. Ford Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 5.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Abraham Lincoln Elementary
Palm Desert · Public elementary · Grades K–5
607 students
Gerald R. Ford Elementary
Indian Wells · Public elementary · Grades K–5
598 students
| Measure | Abraham Lincoln Elementary Palm Desert, California | Gerald R. Ford Elementary Indian Wells, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #3149 of 5,693 | #1445 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #37257 of 50,301 | #19180 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 607 | 598 |
| Enrollment | 607 | 598 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.7% | 62.9% |
| Students per teacher | 25.3 | 23.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 61% |
| city | Palm Desert | Indian Wells |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gerald R. Ford Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.5 vs 31.9).
- •Gerald R. Ford Elementary does better on math proficiency (61% vs 40%).
- •Gerald R. Ford Elementary does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 49%).
- •Gerald R. Ford Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.9% vs 86.7%).
- •Gerald R. Ford Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.9 vs 25.3).
- •Abraham Lincoln Elementary is the larger school with 607 students compared with 598.
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 Abraham Lincoln Elementary better than Gerald R. Ford Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Gerald R. Ford Elementary ranks higher (58.5 vs 31.9 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 Abraham Lincoln Elementary and Gerald R. Ford Elementary?
About 5.7 km in a straight line, between Palm Desert and Indian Wells in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Abraham Lincoln Elementary: 607. Gerald R. Ford Elementary: 598. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Abraham Lincoln Elementary and Gerald R. Ford Elementary rank in California?
Abraham Lincoln Elementary is 3149th of 5,693 and Gerald R. Ford Elementary is 1445th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).