Lincoln Middle vs Will C. Wood Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lincoln Middle
Alameda · Public middle · Grades 6–8
971 students
Will C. Wood Middle
Alameda · Public middle · Grades 6–8
613 students
| Measure | Lincoln Middle Alameda, California | Will C. Wood Middle Alameda, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #103 of 1,334 | #464 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #1876 of 15,369 | #8265 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 971 | 613 |
| Enrollment | 971 | 613 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.2% | 51.9% |
| Students per teacher | 23.7 | 21.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 40% |
| city | Alameda | Alameda |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.7 vs 47.2).
- •Lincoln Middle does better on math proficiency (69% vs 40%).
- •Lincoln Middle does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 55%).
- •Lincoln Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.2% vs 51.9%).
- •Will C. Wood Middle does better on students per teacher (21.1 vs 23.7).
- •Lincoln Middle is the larger school with 971 students compared with 613.
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 Middle better than Will C. Wood Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Middle ranks higher (77.7 vs 47.2 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 Middle and Will C. Wood Middle?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Alameda and Alameda in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln Middle: 971. Will C. Wood Middle: 613. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln Middle and Will C. Wood Middle rank in California?
Lincoln Middle is 103rd of 1,334 and Will C. Wood Middle is 464th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).