Franklin Elem School vs Lincoln Elem 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.
Franklin Elem School
Sterling · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
407 students
Lincoln Elem School
Sterling · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
277 students
| Measure | Franklin Elem School Sterling, Illinois | Lincoln Elem School Sterling, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #565 of 2,303 | #1392 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #19276 of 50,301 | #37107 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 407 | 277 |
| Enrollment | 407 | 277 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.3% | 70.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 34% |
| Math proficiency | – | 26% |
| city | Sterling | Sterling |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Franklin Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.4 vs 32.2).
- •Franklin Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.3% vs 70.4%).
- •Lincoln Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 13.6).
- •Franklin Elem School is the larger school with 407 students compared with 277.
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 Franklin Elem School better than Lincoln Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Franklin Elem School ranks higher (58.4 vs 32.2 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 Franklin Elem School and Lincoln Elem School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Sterling and Sterling in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin Elem School: 407. Lincoln Elem School: 277. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin Elem School and Lincoln Elem School rank in Illinois?
Franklin Elem School is 565th of 2,303 and Lincoln Elem School is 1392nd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).