Lincoln Elem School vs Newberry Elem Math & Science Acad
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lincoln Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades K–8
868 students
Newberry Elem Math & Science Acad
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
330 students
| Measure | Lincoln Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Newberry Elem Math & Science Acad Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 10% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #57 of 2,303 | #1225 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #2997 of 50,301 | #34386 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 868 | 330 |
| Enrollment | 868 | 330 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 10.1% | 74.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 73% | 32% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.8 vs 36.4).
- •Lincoln Elem School does better on math proficiency (73% vs 32%).
- •Lincoln Elem School does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 36%).
- •Lincoln Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.1% vs 74.2%).
- •Newberry Elem Math & Science Acad does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 16.1).
- •Lincoln Elem School is the larger school with 868 students compared with 330.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Lincoln Elem School better than Newberry Elem Math & Science Acad?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Elem School ranks higher (83.8 vs 36.4 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 Lincoln Elem School and Newberry Elem Math & Science Acad?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln Elem School: 868. Newberry Elem Math & Science Acad: 330. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln Elem School and Newberry Elem Math & Science Acad rank in Illinois?
Lincoln Elem School is 57th of 2,303 and Newberry Elem Math & Science Acad is 1225th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).