Lincoln Jr High School vs Washington Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 5.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lincoln Jr High School
La Salle · Public middle · Grades 6–8
269 students
Washington Elem School
Oglesby · Public middle · Grades 6–8
116 students
| Measure | Lincoln Jr High School La Salle, Illinois | Washington Elem School Oglesby, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #609 of 670 | #483 of 670 |
| National rank | #13942 of 15,369 | #11817 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 269 | 116 |
| Enrollment | 269 | 116 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.1% | 46.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 8% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 2% | 17% |
| city | La Salle | Oglesby |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.6 vs 19.0).
- •Washington Elem School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 2%).
- •Washington Elem School does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 8%).
- •Washington Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.6% vs 75.1%).
- •Lincoln Jr High School does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 12.9).
- •Lincoln Jr High School is the larger school with 269 students compared with 116.
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 Jr High School better than Washington Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Elem School ranks higher (30.6 vs 19.0 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 Jr High School and Washington Elem School?
About 5.7 km in a straight line, between La Salle and Oglesby in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln Jr High School: 269. Washington Elem School: 116. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln Jr High School and Washington Elem School rank in Illinois?
Lincoln Jr High School is 609th of 670 and Washington Elem School is 483rd of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).