Central Elem School vs Lincoln Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elem School
Plainfield · Public elementary · Grades K–5
544 students
Lincoln Elementary
Plainfield · Public elementary · Grades K–5
536 students
| Measure | Central Elem School Plainfield, Illinois | Lincoln Elementary Plainfield, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #723 of 2,303 | #337 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #22887 of 50,301 | #12887 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 544 | 536 |
| Enrollment | 544 | 536 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.8% | 21.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 50% |
| city | Plainfield | Plainfield |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.8 vs 53.2).
- •Lincoln Elementary does better on math proficiency (50% vs 35%).
- •Lincoln Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 50%).
- •Lincoln Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.8% vs 36.8%).
- •Central Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 13.4).
- •Central Elem School is the larger school with 544 students compared with 536.
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 Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Elementary ranks higher (67.8 vs 53.2 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 Elementary?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Plainfield and Plainfield in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem School: 544. Lincoln Elementary: 536. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem School and Lincoln Elementary rank in Illinois?
Central Elem School is 723rd of 2,303 and Lincoln Elementary is 337th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).