Joseph Arthur Middle School vs Lincoln Magnet School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 137 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joseph Arthur Middle School
O Fallon · Public middle · Grades 4–8
299 students
Lincoln Magnet School
Springfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
300 students
| Measure | Joseph Arthur Middle School O Fallon, Illinois | Lincoln Magnet School Springfield, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #587 of 670 | #138 of 670 |
| National rank | #13549 of 15,369 | #4377 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 299 | 300 |
| Enrollment | 299 | 300 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 37.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 42% |
| city | O Fallon | Springfield |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Magnet School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.0 vs 21.4).
- •Lincoln Magnet School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 14%).
- •Lincoln Magnet School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 25%).
- •Lincoln Magnet School does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 12.5).
- •Lincoln Magnet School is the larger school with 300 students compared with 299.
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 Joseph Arthur Middle School better than Lincoln Magnet School?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Magnet School ranks higher (65.0 vs 21.4 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 Joseph Arthur Middle School and Lincoln Magnet School?
About 137 km in a straight line, between O Fallon and Springfield in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joseph Arthur Middle School: 299. Lincoln Magnet School: 300. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joseph Arthur Middle School and Lincoln Magnet School rank in Illinois?
Joseph Arthur Middle School is 587th of 670 and Lincoln Magnet School is 138th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).