Central Elementary School vs Lincoln Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 593 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Indianapolis · Public elementary · Grades K–5
634 students
Lincoln Middle School
Indianapolis · Public middle · Grades 6–8
736 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Indianapolis, Indiana | Lincoln Middle School Indianapolis, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #963 of 1,053 | #296 of 335 |
| National rank | #41055 of 50,301 | #12186 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 634 | 736 |
| Enrollment | 634 | 736 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.6% | 55.8% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 17% |
| city | Indianapolis | Indianapolis |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.6 vs 26.0).
- •Central Elementary School does better on math proficiency (30% vs 17%).
- •Lincoln Middle School does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 22%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.6% vs 55.8%).
- •Lincoln Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 18.1).
- •Lincoln Middle School is the larger school with 736 students compared with 634.
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 Central Elementary School better than Lincoln Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Middle School ranks higher (28.6 vs 26.0 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 Central Elementary School and Lincoln Middle School?
About 593 m in a straight line, between Indianapolis and Indianapolis in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 634. Lincoln Middle School: 736. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Lincoln Middle School rank in Indiana?
Central Elementary School is 963rd of 1,053 and Lincoln Middle School is 296th of 335 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).