Abraham Lincoln High vs Merritt Trace Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 257 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Abraham Lincoln High
San Jose · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,590 students
Merritt Trace Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–5
829 students
| Measure | Abraham Lincoln High San Jose, California | Merritt Trace Elementary San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #669 of 1,343 | #2877 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #11877 of 16,910 | #35046 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,590 | 829 |
| Enrollment | 1,590 | 829 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.2% | 54.3% |
| Students per teacher | 19.9 | 22.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 29% |
| city | San Jose | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (36.3 vs 35.4).
- •Abraham Lincoln High does better on math proficiency (30% vs 29%).
- •Abraham Lincoln High does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 47%).
- •Merritt Trace Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.3% vs 56.2%).
- •Abraham Lincoln High does better on students per teacher (19.9 vs 22.4).
- •Abraham Lincoln High is the larger school with 1,590 students compared with 829.
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 High better than Merritt Trace Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Abraham Lincoln High and Merritt Trace Elementary?
About 257 m in a straight line, between San Jose and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Abraham Lincoln High: 1,590. Merritt Trace Elementary: 829. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Abraham Lincoln High and Merritt Trace Elementary rank in California?
Abraham Lincoln High is 669th of 1,343 and Merritt Trace Elementary is 2877th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).