Cortez Elementary vs Lincoln Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cortez Elementary
Pomona · Public elementary · Grades K–8
607 students
Lincoln Elementary
Pomona · Public elementary · Grades K–6
345 students
| Measure | Cortez Elementary Pomona, California | Lincoln Elementary Pomona, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3410 of 5,693 | #4548 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #39112 of 50,301 | #45734 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 607 | 345 |
| Enrollment | 607 | 345 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.6% | 95.7% |
| Students per teacher | 25.3 | 20.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 27% |
| city | Pomona | Pomona |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cortez Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.1 vs 18.6).
- •Cortez Elementary does better on math proficiency (39% vs 27%).
- •Cortez Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •Cortez Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.6% vs 95.7%).
- •Lincoln Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.3 vs 25.3).
- •Cortez Elementary is the larger school with 607 students compared with 345.
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 Cortez Elementary better than Lincoln Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Cortez Elementary ranks higher (29.1 vs 18.6 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 Cortez Elementary and Lincoln Elementary?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Pomona and Pomona in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cortez Elementary: 607. Lincoln Elementary: 345. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cortez Elementary and Lincoln Elementary rank in California?
Cortez Elementary is 3410th of 5,693 and Lincoln Elementary is 4548th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).