Lincoln Elem School vs Willard Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lincoln Elem School
River Forest · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
381 students
Willard Elem School
River Forest · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
327 students
| Measure | Lincoln Elem School River Forest, Illinois | Willard Elem School River Forest, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #134 of 2,303 | #131 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #5792 of 50,301 | #5759 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 381 | 327 |
| Enrollment | 381 | 327 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 62% |
| city | River Forest | River Forest |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (78.6 vs 78.7).
- •Willard Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 12.7).
- •Lincoln Elem School is the larger school with 381 students compared with 327.
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 Lincoln Elem School better than Willard Elem School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Lincoln Elem School and Willard Elem School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between River Forest and River Forest in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln Elem School: 381. Willard Elem School: 327. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln Elem School and Willard Elem School rank in Illinois?
Lincoln Elem School is 134th of 2,303 and Willard Elem School is 131st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).