James R Watson Elementary School vs Lincoln Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 26 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James R Watson Elementary School
Auburn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
590 students
Lincoln Elementary School
Fort Wayne · Public elementary · Grades K–5
590 students
| Measure | James R Watson Elementary School Auburn, Indiana | Lincoln Elementary School Fort Wayne, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #378 of 1,053 | #647 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #18187 of 50,301 | #26559 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 590 | 590 |
| Enrollment | 590 | 590 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.2% | 66.9% |
| Students per teacher | 19.7 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 49% |
| city | Auburn | Fort Wayne |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James R Watson Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.0 vs 47.9).
- •James R Watson Elementary School does better on math proficiency (60% vs 49%).
- •James R Watson Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 41%).
- •James R Watson Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.2% vs 66.9%).
- •Lincoln Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 19.7).
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 James R Watson Elementary School better than Lincoln Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), James R Watson Elementary School ranks higher (60.0 vs 47.9 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 James R Watson Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School?
About 26 km in a straight line, between Auburn and Fort Wayne in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James R Watson Elementary School: 590. Lincoln Elementary School: 590. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James R Watson Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School rank in Indiana?
James R Watson Elementary School is 378th of 1,053 and Lincoln Elementary School is 647th of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).