Lincoln Magnet School vs Ridgely Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lincoln Magnet School
Springfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
300 students
Ridgely Elem School
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
343 students
| Measure | Lincoln Magnet School Springfield, Illinois | Ridgely Elem School Springfield, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #138 of 670 | #1995 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #4377 of 15,369 | #46494 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 300 | 343 |
| Enrollment | 300 | 343 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.7% | 74.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 17% |
| city | Springfield | Springfield |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Magnet School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.0 vs 17.2).
- •Lincoln Magnet School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 17%).
- •Lincoln Magnet School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 12%).
- •Lincoln Magnet School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.7% vs 74.1%).
- •Lincoln Magnet School does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 15.6).
- •Ridgely Elem School is the larger school with 343 students compared with 300.
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 Magnet School better than Ridgely Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Magnet School ranks higher (65.0 vs 17.2 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 Magnet School and Ridgely Elem School?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Springfield in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln Magnet School: 300. Ridgely Elem School: 343. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln Magnet School and Ridgely Elem School rank in Illinois?
Lincoln Magnet School is 138th of 670 and Ridgely Elem School is 1995th of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).