Ira Harbison vs Lincoln Acres
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ira Harbison
National City · Public elementary · Grades K–6
393 students
Lincoln Acres
National City · Public elementary · Grades K–6
423 students
| Measure | Ira Harbison National City, California | Lincoln Acres National City, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4069 of 5,693 | #4405 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43221 of 50,301 | #44975 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 393 | 423 |
| Enrollment | 393 | 423 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.6% | 86.3% |
| Students per teacher | 23.1 | 24.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 25% |
| city | National City | National City |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ira Harbison scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.6 vs 19.8).
- •Lincoln Acres does better on math proficiency (25% vs 24%).
- •Ira Harbison does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 38%).
- •Ira Harbison does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.6% vs 86.3%).
- •Ira Harbison does better on students per teacher (23.1 vs 24.9).
- •Lincoln Acres is the larger school with 423 students compared with 393.
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 Ira Harbison better than Lincoln Acres?
On the Success Index (US), Ira Harbison ranks higher (22.6 vs 19.8 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 Ira Harbison and Lincoln Acres?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between National City and National City in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ira Harbison: 393. Lincoln Acres: 423. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ira Harbison and Lincoln Acres rank in California?
Ira Harbison is 4069th of 5,693 and Lincoln Acres is 4405th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).