Lincoln Elementary vs Polytechnic High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 854 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lincoln Elementary
Long Beach · Public elementary · Grades K–5
742 students
Polytechnic High
Long Beach · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,890 students
| Measure | Lincoln Elementary Long Beach, California | Polytechnic High Long Beach, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2392 of 5,693 | #519 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #30643 of 50,301 | #10287 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 742 | 3,890 |
| Enrollment | 742 | 3,890 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.9% | 59.2% |
| Students per teacher | 23.9 | 23.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 34% |
| city | Long Beach | Long Beach |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (42.0 vs 42.7).
- •Lincoln Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 34%).
- •Polytechnic High does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 52%).
- •Polytechnic High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.2% vs 88.9%).
- •Polytechnic High does better on students per teacher (23.4 vs 23.9).
- •Polytechnic High is the larger school with 3,890 students compared with 742.
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 Lincoln Elementary better than Polytechnic High?
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 Lincoln Elementary and Polytechnic High?
About 854 m in a straight line, between Long Beach and Long Beach in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln Elementary: 742. Polytechnic High: 3,890. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln Elementary and Polytechnic High rank in California?
Lincoln Elementary is 2392nd of 5,693 and Polytechnic High is 519th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).