Lincoln Elem School vs Lowell Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lincoln Elem School
Wheaton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
458 students
Lowell Elem School
Wheaton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
283 students
| Measure | Lincoln Elem School Wheaton, Illinois | Lowell Elem School Wheaton, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #259 of 2,303 | #562 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #10452 of 50,301 | #19205 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 458 | 283 |
| Enrollment | 458 | 283 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.8% | 30.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 42% |
| city | Wheaton | Wheaton |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.2 vs 58.5).
- •Lincoln Elem School does better on math proficiency (61% vs 42%).
- •Lincoln Elem School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 47%).
- •Lowell Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.4% vs 32.8%).
- •Lowell Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 14.3).
- •Lincoln Elem School is the larger school with 458 students compared with 283.
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 Lowell Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Elem School ranks higher (71.2 vs 58.5 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 Lowell Elem School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Wheaton and Wheaton in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln Elem School: 458. Lowell Elem School: 283. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln Elem School and Lowell Elem School rank in Illinois?
Lincoln Elem School is 259th of 2,303 and Lowell Elem School is 562nd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).