Carver Primary School vs Lincoln Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carver Primary School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
467 students
Lincoln Elementary School
Dolton · Public elementary · Grades K–6
342 students
| Measure | Carver Primary School Chicago, Illinois | Lincoln Elementary School Dolton, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 8 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2269 of 2,303 | #2281 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #49743 of 50,301 | #49897 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 467 | 342 |
| Enrollment | 467 | 342 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.8% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 11% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 6% | 7.5% |
| city | Chicago | Dolton |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (8.8 vs 7.9).
- •Lincoln Elementary School does better on math proficiency (7.5% vs 6%).
- •Lincoln Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (12% vs 11%).
- •Carver Primary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.8% vs 100%).
- •Carver Primary School does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 15.5).
- •Carver Primary School is the larger school with 467 students compared with 342.
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 Carver Primary School better than Lincoln 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 Carver Primary School and Lincoln Elementary School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Dolton in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carver Primary School: 467. Lincoln Elementary School: 342. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carver Primary School and Lincoln Elementary School rank in Illinois?
Carver Primary School is 2269th of 2,303 and Lincoln Elementary School is 2281st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).