Buford Garner Elementary vs Lincoln Upper Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 50 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buford Garner Elementary
North Liberty · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
344 students
Lincoln Upper Elementary School
Washington · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
344 students
| Measure | Buford Garner Elementary North Liberty, Iowa | Lincoln Upper Elementary School Washington, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #159 of 654 | #510 of 654 |
| National rank | #3614 of 50,301 | #15679 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 344 | 344 |
| Enrollment | 344 | 344 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.1% | 40.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 79% | 45% |
| city | North Liberty | Washington |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Buford Garner Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.5 vs 63.7).
- •Buford Garner Elementary does better on math proficiency (79% vs 45%).
- •Buford Garner Elementary does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 61%).
- •Buford Garner Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.1% vs 40.4%).
- •Lincoln Upper Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 13.8).
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 Buford Garner Elementary better than Lincoln Upper Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Buford Garner Elementary ranks higher (82.5 vs 63.7 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 Buford Garner Elementary and Lincoln Upper Elementary School?
About 50 km in a straight line, between North Liberty and Washington in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buford Garner Elementary: 344. Lincoln Upper Elementary School: 344. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buford Garner Elementary and Lincoln Upper Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Buford Garner Elementary is 159th of 654 and Lincoln Upper Elementary School is 510th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).