Francis Marion Intermediate School vs Lincoln Center
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 150 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Francis Marion Intermediate School
Marion · Public elementary · Grades 3–4
320 students
Lincoln Center
Albia · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
320 students
| Measure | Francis Marion Intermediate School Marion, Iowa | Lincoln Center Albia, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #397 of 654 | #282 of 654 |
| National rank | #10118 of 50,301 | #6428 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–4 | Grades 3–6 |
| Students | 320 | 320 |
| Enrollment | 320 | 320 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50% | 42.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 77% |
| city | Marion | Albia |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.5 vs 71.7).
- •Lincoln Center does better on math proficiency (77% vs 68%).
- •Lincoln Center does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 62%).
- •Lincoln Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.8% vs 50%).
- •Francis Marion Intermediate School does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 15.2).
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 Francis Marion Intermediate School better than Lincoln Center?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Center ranks higher (77.5 vs 71.7 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 Francis Marion Intermediate School and Lincoln Center?
About 150 km in a straight line, between Marion and Albia in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Francis Marion Intermediate School: 320. Lincoln Center: 320. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Francis Marion Intermediate School and Lincoln Center rank in Iowa?
Francis Marion Intermediate School is 397th of 654 and Lincoln Center is 282nd of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).