Lincoln High vs Porter Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 381 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lincoln High
San Diego · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,487 students
Porter Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–6
590 students
| Measure | Lincoln High San Diego, California | Porter Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1276 of 1,343 | #5512 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #16309 of 16,910 | #49585 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 1,487 | 590 |
| Enrollment | 1,487 | 590 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.8% | 96.1% |
| Students per teacher | 24.4 | 23.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 20% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (13.3 vs 9.5).
- •Porter Elementary does better on math proficiency (20% vs 9%).
- •Lincoln High does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 25%).
- •Lincoln High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.8% vs 96.1%).
- •Porter Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.6 vs 24.4).
- •Lincoln High is the larger school with 1,487 students compared with 590.
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 High better than Porter Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln High ranks higher (13.3 vs 9.5 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 High and Porter Elementary?
About 381 m in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln High: 1,487. Porter Elementary: 590. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln High and Porter Elementary rank in California?
Lincoln High is 1276th of 1,343 and Porter Elementary is 5512th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).