George Washington Carver Academy vs Lincoln Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Iowa, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Washington Carver Academy
Waterloo · Public middle · Grades 6–8
455 students
Lincoln Elementary School
Waterloo · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
463 students
| Measure | George Washington Carver Academy Waterloo, Iowa | Lincoln Elementary School Waterloo, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #237 of 239 | #644 of 654 |
| National rank | #10894 of 15,369 | #35096 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 455 | 463 |
| Enrollment | 455 | 463 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.5% | 81% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 36% |
| city | Waterloo | Waterloo |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (34.8 vs 35.3).
- •George Washington Carver Academy does better on math proficiency (41% vs 36%).
- •Lincoln Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81% vs 90.5%).
- •Lincoln Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 13.8).
- •Lincoln Elementary School is the larger school with 463 students compared with 455.
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 George Washington Carver Academy better than Lincoln Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are George Washington Carver Academy and Lincoln Elementary School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Waterloo and Waterloo in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Washington Carver Academy: 455. Lincoln Elementary School: 463. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Washington Carver Academy and Lincoln Elementary School rank in Iowa?
George Washington Carver Academy is 237th of 239 and Lincoln Elementary School is 644th of 654 among middle schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).