Jefferson Elem School vs Lincoln Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elem School
Morton · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
354 students
Lincoln Elem School
Morton · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
517 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elem School Morton, Illinois | Lincoln Elem School Morton, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #601 of 2,303 | #455 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #20204 of 50,301 | #16106 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 354 | 517 |
| Enrollment | 354 | 517 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.6% | 13.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 17.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 45% |
| city | Morton | Morton |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.0 vs 57.1).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 45%).
- •Lincoln Elem School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 57%).
- •Lincoln Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.7% vs 37.6%).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 17.2).
- •Lincoln Elem School is the larger school with 517 students compared with 354.
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 Jefferson Elem School better than Lincoln Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Elem School ranks higher (63.0 vs 57.1 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 Jefferson Elem School and Lincoln Elem School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Morton and Morton in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elem School: 354. Lincoln Elem School: 517. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elem School and Lincoln Elem School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson Elem School is 601st of 2,303 and Lincoln Elem School is 455th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).