Abraham Lincoln Elem School vs Garfield Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Abraham Lincoln Elem School
Oak Park · Public elementary · Grades K–5
580 students
Garfield Elem School
Forest Park · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
186 students
| Measure | Abraham Lincoln Elem School Oak Park, Illinois | Garfield Elem School Forest Park, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #523 of 2,303 | #248 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #18091 of 50,301 | #10000 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 580 | 186 |
| Enrollment | 580 | 186 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.8% | 37.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | – |
| Math proficiency | 45% | – |
| city | Oak Park | Forest Park |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Garfield Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.9 vs 60.1).
- •Abraham Lincoln Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.8% vs 37.1%).
- •Garfield Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 12.6).
- •Abraham Lincoln Elem School is the larger school with 580 students compared with 186.
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 Abraham Lincoln Elem School better than Garfield Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Garfield Elem School ranks higher (71.9 vs 60.1 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 Abraham Lincoln Elem School and Garfield Elem School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Oak Park and Forest Park in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Abraham Lincoln Elem School: 580. Garfield Elem School: 186. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Abraham Lincoln Elem School and Garfield Elem School rank in Illinois?
Abraham Lincoln Elem School is 523rd of 2,303 and Garfield Elem School is 248th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).