Adams Elem School vs Central Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Adams Elem School
Lincoln · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
57 students
Central Elem School
Lincoln · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
183 students
| Measure | Adams Elem School Lincoln, Illinois | Central Elem School Lincoln, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | – | #637 of 2,303 |
| National rank | – | #20944 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 57 | 183 |
| Enrollment | 57 | 183 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.9% | 46.4% |
| Students per teacher | 7.1 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 52% |
| Math proficiency | – | 47% |
| city | Lincoln | Lincoln |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.0 vs 54.8).
- •Central Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.4% vs 57.9%).
- •Adams Elem School does better on students per teacher (7.1 vs 14.1).
- •Central Elem School is the larger school with 183 students compared with 57.
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 Adams Elem School better than Central Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elem School ranks higher (56.0 vs 54.8 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 Adams Elem School and Central Elem School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Lincoln and Lincoln in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Adams Elem School: 57. Central Elem School: 183. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Adams Elem School and Central Elem School rank in Illinois?
Adams Elem School is unranked and Central Elem School is 637th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).