Joshua Cowell Elementary vs Lincoln Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joshua Cowell Elementary
Manteca · Public elementary · Grades K–8
702 students
Lincoln Elementary
Manteca · Public elementary · Grades K–8
736 students
| Measure | Joshua Cowell Elementary Manteca, California | Lincoln Elementary Manteca, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3229 of 5,693 | #4533 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #37805 of 50,301 | #45666 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 702 | 736 |
| Enrollment | 702 | 736 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.2% | 77.4% |
| Students per teacher | 22.6 | 23.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 18% |
| city | Manteca | Manteca |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Joshua Cowell Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.1 vs 18.7).
- •Joshua Cowell Elementary does better on math proficiency (24% vs 18%).
- •Joshua Cowell Elementary does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 36%).
- •Joshua Cowell Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.2% vs 77.4%).
- •Joshua Cowell Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.6 vs 23.7).
- •Lincoln Elementary is the larger school with 736 students compared with 702.
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 Joshua Cowell Elementary better than Lincoln Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Joshua Cowell Elementary ranks higher (31.1 vs 18.7 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 Joshua Cowell Elementary and Lincoln Elementary?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Manteca and Manteca in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joshua Cowell Elementary: 702. Lincoln Elementary: 736. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joshua Cowell Elementary and Lincoln Elementary rank in California?
Joshua Cowell Elementary is 3229th of 5,693 and Lincoln Elementary is 4533rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).