Central Elem School vs Lincoln Comm High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elem School
Lincoln · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
183 students
Lincoln Comm High School
Lincoln · Public high · Grades 9–12
764 students
| Measure | Central Elem School Lincoln, Illinois | Lincoln Comm High School Lincoln, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #637 of 2,303 | #259 of 691 |
| National rank | #20944 of 50,301 | #10817 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 183 | 764 |
| Enrollment | 183 | 764 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.4% | 52.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 32% |
| city | Lincoln | Lincoln |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.0 vs 40.6).
- •Central Elem School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •Central Elem School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 37%).
- •Central Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.4% vs 52.2%).
- •Lincoln Comm High School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 14.1).
- •Lincoln Comm High School is the larger school with 764 students compared with 183.
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 Central Elem School better than Lincoln Comm High School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elem School ranks higher (56.0 vs 40.6 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 Central Elem School and Lincoln Comm High School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Lincoln and Lincoln in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem School: 183. Lincoln Comm High School: 764. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem School and Lincoln Comm High School rank in Illinois?
Central Elem School is 637th of 2,303 and Lincoln Comm High School is 259th of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).