Lincoln Middle vs Nellie N. Coffman Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 190 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lincoln Middle
Santa Monica · Public middle · Grades 6–8
914 students
Nellie N. Coffman Middle
Cathedral City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
914 students
| Measure | Lincoln Middle Santa Monica, California | Nellie N. Coffman Middle Cathedral City, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #133 of 1,334 | #1122 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #2343 of 15,369 | #14542 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 914 | 914 |
| Enrollment | 914 | 914 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.5% | 97.2% |
| Students per teacher | 20.8 | 20.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 22% |
| city | Santa Monica | Cathedral City |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.1 vs 15.2).
- •Lincoln Middle does better on math proficiency (65% vs 22%).
- •Lincoln Middle does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 33%).
- •Lincoln Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.5% vs 97.2%).
- •Nellie N. Coffman Middle does better on students per teacher (20.3 vs 20.8).
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 Nellie N. Coffman Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Middle ranks higher (75.1 vs 15.2 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 Nellie N. Coffman Middle?
About 190 km in a straight line, between Santa Monica and Cathedral City in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln Middle: 914. Nellie N. Coffman Middle: 914. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln Middle and Nellie N. Coffman Middle rank in California?
Lincoln Middle is 133rd of 1,334 and Nellie N. Coffman Middle is 1122nd of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).