Gordon School vs Lincoln Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gordon School
Posen · Public elementary · Grades K–3
312 students
Lincoln Elem School
Blue Island · Public elementary · Grades K–3
342 students
| Measure | Gordon School Posen, Illinois | Lincoln Elem School Blue Island, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1612 of 2,303 | #1090 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #41205 of 50,301 | #31529 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–3 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 312 | 342 |
| Enrollment | 312 | 342 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.5% | 83% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 47% |
| city | Posen | Blue Island |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.6 vs 25.8).
- •Lincoln Elem School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 27%).
- •Lincoln Elem School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •Lincoln Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83% vs 88.5%).
- •Gordon School does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 14.3).
- •Lincoln Elem School is the larger school with 342 students compared with 312.
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 Gordon School better than Lincoln Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Elem School ranks higher (40.6 vs 25.8 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 Gordon School and Lincoln Elem School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Posen and Blue Island in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gordon School: 312. Lincoln Elem School: 342. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gordon School and Lincoln Elem School rank in Illinois?
Gordon School is 1612th of 2,303 and Lincoln Elem School is 1090th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).