Jefferson Elementary vs Lincoln Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary
Sanger · Public elementary · Grades K–6
488 students
Lincoln Elementary
Sanger · Public elementary · Grades K–6
505 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary Sanger, California | Lincoln Elementary Sanger, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4277 of 5,693 | #4254 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #44350 of 50,301 | #44223 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 488 | 505 |
| Enrollment | 488 | 505 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.8% | 88.5% |
| Students per teacher | 24.4 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 27% |
| city | Sanger | Sanger |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (20.8 vs 21.0).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on math proficiency (30% vs 27%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 37%).
- •Lincoln Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.5% vs 89.8%).
- •Lincoln Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.4 vs 24.4).
- •Lincoln Elementary is the larger school with 505 students compared with 488.
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 Jefferson Elementary better than Lincoln 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 Jefferson Elementary and Lincoln Elementary?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Sanger and Sanger in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary: 488. Lincoln Elementary: 505. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary and Lincoln Elementary rank in California?
Jefferson Elementary is 4277th of 5,693 and Lincoln Elementary is 4254th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).