Garfield Elem School vs Lincoln Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 236 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Garfield Elem School
Forest Park · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
186 students
Lincoln Elementary School
Canton · Public elementary · Grades K–4
186 students
| Measure | Garfield Elem School Forest Park, Illinois | Lincoln Elementary School Canton, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #248 of 2,303 | #1057 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #10000 of 50,301 | #30497 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 186 | 186 |
| Enrollment | 186 | 186 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.1% | 44.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 37% |
| Math proficiency | – | 27% |
| city | Forest Park | Canton |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Garfield Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.9 vs 42.2).
- •Garfield Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.1% vs 44.1%).
- •Lincoln Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 12.4).
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 Garfield Elem School better than Lincoln Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Garfield Elem School ranks higher (71.9 vs 42.2 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 Garfield Elem School and Lincoln Elementary School?
About 236 km in a straight line, between Forest Park and Canton in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Garfield Elem School: 186. Lincoln Elementary School: 186. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Garfield Elem School and Lincoln Elementary School rank in Illinois?
Garfield Elem School is 248th of 2,303 and Lincoln Elementary School is 1057th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).