Carl Sandburg Middle Sch vs Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carl Sandburg Middle Sch
Freeport · Public middle · Grades 5–6
430 students
Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School
Freeport · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
325 students
| Measure | Carl Sandburg Middle Sch Freeport, Illinois | Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School Freeport, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #556 of 670 | #1704 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #13113 of 15,369 | #42440 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 430 | 325 |
| Enrollment | 430 | 325 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.1% | 65.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 12% |
| city | Freeport | Freeport |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (23.5 vs 23.8).
- •Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.5% vs 68.1%).
- •Carl Sandburg Middle Sch does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 13.0).
- •Carl Sandburg Middle Sch is the larger school with 430 students compared with 325.
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 Carl Sandburg Middle Sch better than Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Carl Sandburg Middle Sch and Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Freeport and Freeport in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carl Sandburg Middle Sch: 430. Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School: 325. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carl Sandburg Middle Sch and Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School rank in Illinois?
Carl Sandburg Middle Sch is 556th of 670 and Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School is 1704th of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).