Idea Lakeland vs Lincoln Avenue Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Idea Lakeland
Lakeland · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
452 students
Lincoln Avenue Academy
Lakeland · Public elementary · Grades K–5
512 students
| Measure | Idea Lakeland Lakeland, Florida | Lincoln Avenue Academy Lakeland, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank | #2152 of 2,187 | #111 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #42759 of 50,301 | #2056 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 452 | 512 |
| Enrollment | 452 | 512 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.9% | 37.7% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 90% |
| Math proficiency | – | 93% |
| city | Lakeland | Lakeland |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Avenue Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.9 vs 23.3).
- •Lincoln Avenue Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.7% vs 81.9%).
- •Lincoln Avenue Academy does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 18.8).
- •Lincoln Avenue Academy is the larger school with 512 students compared with 452.
- •Idea Lakeland is a charter school while Lincoln Avenue Academy is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Idea Lakeland better than Lincoln Avenue Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Avenue Academy ranks higher (85.9 vs 23.3 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 Idea Lakeland and Lincoln Avenue Academy?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Lakeland and Lakeland in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Idea Lakeland: 452. Lincoln Avenue Academy: 512. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Idea Lakeland and Lincoln Avenue Academy rank in Florida?
Idea Lakeland is 2152nd of 2,187 and Lincoln Avenue Academy is 111th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).