Iles Elem School vs Lincoln Magnet School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Iles Elem School
Springfield ยท Public elementary ยท Grades 1โ8
414 students
Lincoln Magnet School
Springfield ยท Public middle ยท Grades 6โ8
300 students
| Measure | Iles Elem School Springfield, Illinois | Lincoln Magnet School Springfield, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 10% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #55 of 2,303 | #138 of 670 |
| National rank | #2839 of 50,301 | #4377 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 1โ8 | Grades 6โ8 |
| Students | 414 | 300 |
| Enrollment | 414 | 300 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.7% | 37.7% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 86% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 89% | 42% |
| city | Springfield | Springfield |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขIles Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.1 vs 65.0).
- โขIles Elem School does better on math proficiency (89% vs 42%).
- โขIles Elem School does better on reading proficiency (86% vs 58%).
- โขIles Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.7% vs 37.7%).
- โขLincoln Magnet School does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 18.0).
- โขIles Elem School is the larger school with 414 students compared with 300.
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 Iles Elem School better than Lincoln Magnet School?
On the Success Index (US), Iles Elem School ranks higher (84.1 vs 65.0 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 Iles Elem School and Lincoln Magnet School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Springfield in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Iles Elem School: 414. Lincoln Magnet School: 300. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Iles Elem School and Lincoln Magnet School rank in Illinois?
Iles Elem School is 55th of 2,303 and Lincoln Magnet School is 138th of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).