Costello School vs Lincoln Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Costello School
Lyons · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
228 students
Lincoln Elem School
Brookfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
366 students
| Measure | Costello School Lyons, Illinois | Lincoln Elem School Brookfield, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1342 of 2,303 | #1539 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #36364 of 50,301 | #39924 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 228 | 366 |
| Enrollment | 228 | 366 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.1% | 73.5% |
| Students per teacher | 8.8 | 9.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 18% |
| city | Lyons | Brookfield |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Costello School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.3 vs 27.8).
- •Costello School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 18%).
- •Costello School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •Lincoln Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.5% vs 74.1%).
- •Costello School does better on students per teacher (8.8 vs 9.2).
- •Lincoln Elem School is the larger school with 366 students compared with 228.
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 Costello School better than Lincoln Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Costello School ranks higher (33.3 vs 27.8 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 Costello School and Lincoln Elem School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Lyons and Brookfield in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Costello School: 228. Lincoln Elem School: 366. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Costello School and Lincoln Elem School rank in Illinois?
Costello School is 1342nd of 2,303 and Lincoln Elem School is 1539th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).