Lincoln Magnet School vs Washington Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 1.7 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
Washington Middle School
Springfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
516 students
| Measure | Lincoln Magnet School Springfield, Illinois | Washington Middle School Springfield, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #138 of 670 | #592 of 670 |
| National rank | #4377 of 15,369 | #13645 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 300 | 516 |
| Enrollment | 300 | 516 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.7% | 79.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 11% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 8% |
| city | Springfield | Springfield |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Magnet School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.0 vs 20.8).
- •Lincoln Magnet School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 8%).
- •Lincoln Magnet School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 11%).
- •Lincoln Magnet School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.7% vs 79.8%).
- •Washington Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 12.0).
- •Washington Middle School is the larger school with 516 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 Washington Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Magnet School ranks higher (65.0 vs 20.8 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 Washington Middle School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Springfield in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln Magnet School: 300. Washington Middle School: 516. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln Magnet School and Washington Middle School rank in Illinois?
Lincoln Magnet School is 138th of 670 and Washington Middle School is 592nd of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).