Darnall Charter vs Lincoln Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 476 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Darnall Charter
San Diego · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
442 students
Lincoln Elementary
Kingsburg · Charter elementary · Grades 2–3
442 students
| Measure | Darnall Charter San Diego, California | Lincoln Elementary Kingsburg, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #4109 of 5,693 | #1543 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43378 of 50,301 | #20403 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 2–3 |
| Students | 442 | 442 |
| Enrollment | 442 | 442 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.6% | 70.1% |
| Students per teacher | 22.1 | 22.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 61% |
| city | San Diego | Kingsburg |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.8 vs 22.3).
- •Lincoln Elementary does better on math proficiency (61% vs 27%).
- •Lincoln Elementary does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 37%).
- •Lincoln Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.1% vs 79.6%).
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 Darnall Charter better than Lincoln Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Elementary ranks higher (56.8 vs 22.3 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 Darnall Charter and Lincoln Elementary?
About 476 km in a straight line, between San Diego and Kingsburg in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Darnall Charter: 442. Lincoln Elementary: 442. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Darnall Charter and Lincoln Elementary rank in California?
Darnall Charter is 4109th of 5,693 and Lincoln Elementary is 1543rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).