Lincoln Elem School vs Mays Elem Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 169 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lincoln Elem School
Sterling · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
277 students
Mays Elem Academy
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
277 students
| Measure | Lincoln Elem School Sterling, Illinois | Mays Elem Academy Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1392 of 2,303 | #2146 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #37107 of 50,301 | #48072 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 277 | 277 |
| Enrollment | 277 | 277 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.4% | 67.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 7% |
| city | Sterling | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.2 vs 14.1).
- •Lincoln Elem School does better on math proficiency (26% vs 7%).
- •Lincoln Elem School does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 10%).
- •Mays Elem Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.9% vs 70.4%).
- •Lincoln Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 18.5).
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 Mays Elem Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Elem School ranks higher (32.2 vs 14.1 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 Lincoln Elem School and Mays Elem Academy?
About 169 km in a straight line, between Sterling and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln Elem School: 277. Mays Elem Academy: 277. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln Elem School and Mays Elem Academy rank in Illinois?
Lincoln Elem School is 1392nd of 2,303 and Mays Elem Academy is 2146th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).