Franklin Middle School vs Lincoln Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin Middle School
Wheaton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
525 students
Lincoln Elem School
Wheaton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
458 students
| Measure | Franklin Middle School Wheaton, Illinois | Lincoln Elem School Wheaton, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #68 of 670 | #259 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #2559 of 15,369 | #10452 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 525 | 458 |
| Enrollment | 525 | 458 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25.7% | 32.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 61% |
| city | Wheaton | Wheaton |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Franklin Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.9 vs 71.2).
- •Lincoln Elem School does better on math proficiency (61% vs 51%).
- •Lincoln Elem School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 60%).
- •Franklin Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.7% vs 32.8%).
- •Franklin Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 14.3).
- •Franklin Middle School is the larger school with 525 students compared with 458.
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 Middle School better than Lincoln Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Franklin Middle School ranks higher (73.9 vs 71.2 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 Middle School and Lincoln Elem School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Wheaton and Wheaton in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin Middle School: 525. Lincoln Elem School: 458. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin Middle School and Lincoln Elem School rank in Illinois?
Franklin Middle School is 68th of 670 and Lincoln Elem School is 259th of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).