Jackson Middle School vs Lincoln Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jackson Middle School
South Bend · Public middle · Grades 6–8
537 students
Lincoln Elementary School
South Bend · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
383 students
| Measure | Jackson Middle School South Bend, Indiana | Lincoln Elementary School South Bend, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #330 of 335 | #985 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #13694 of 15,369 | #42504 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 537 | 383 |
| Enrollment | 537 | 383 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.3% | 71.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 13% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 20% |
| city | South Bend | South Bend |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.7 vs 20.5).
- •Lincoln Elementary School does better on math proficiency (20% vs 8%).
- •Lincoln Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (15% vs 13%).
- •Lincoln Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.8% vs 72.3%).
- •Jackson Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 12.8).
- •Jackson Middle School is the larger school with 537 students compared with 383.
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 Jackson Middle School better than Lincoln Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Elementary School ranks higher (23.7 vs 20.5 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 Jackson Middle School and Lincoln Elementary School?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between South Bend and South Bend in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson Middle School: 537. Lincoln Elementary School: 383. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson Middle School and Lincoln Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Jackson Middle School is 330th of 335 and Lincoln Elementary School is 985th of 1,053 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).