Lincoln Elementary vs Washington Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lincoln Elementary
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
646 students
Washington Middle
Salinas · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,082 students
| Measure | Lincoln Elementary Salinas, California | Washington Middle Salinas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1692 of 5,693 | #839 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #22371 of 50,301 | #12884 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 646 | 1,082 |
| Enrollment | 646 | 1,082 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.6% | 81.7% |
| Students per teacher | 23.9 | 21.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 27% |
| city | Salinas | Salinas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.0 vs 24.9).
- •Lincoln Elementary does better on math proficiency (43% vs 27%).
- •Lincoln Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 42%).
- •Lincoln Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.6% vs 81.7%).
- •Washington Middle does better on students per teacher (21.6 vs 23.9).
- •Washington Middle is the larger school with 1,082 students compared with 646.
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 Washington Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Elementary ranks higher (54.0 vs 24.9 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 Lincoln Elementary and Washington Middle?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Salinas and Salinas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln Elementary: 646. Washington Middle: 1,082. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln Elementary and Washington Middle rank in California?
Lincoln Elementary is 1692nd of 5,693 and Washington Middle is 839th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).