Lincoln High School vs Linn-Mar High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Iowa, United States, 177 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lincoln High School
Des Moines · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,364 students
Linn-Mar High School
Marion · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,229 students
| Measure | Lincoln High School Des Moines, Iowa | Linn-Mar High School Marion, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #314 of 319 | #92 of 319 |
| National rank | #12545 of 16,910 | #1332 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,364 | 2,229 |
| Enrollment | 2,364 | 2,229 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.9% | 23.1% |
| Students per teacher | 25.4 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 82% |
| city | Des Moines | Marion |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Linn-Mar High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.6 vs 33.5).
- •Linn-Mar High School does better on math proficiency (82% vs 42%).
- •Linn-Mar High School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 45%).
- •Linn-Mar High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.1% vs 74.9%).
- •Linn-Mar High School does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 25.4).
- •Lincoln High School is the larger school with 2,364 students compared with 2,229.
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 Lincoln High School better than Linn-Mar High School?
On the Success Index (US), Linn-Mar High School ranks higher (79.6 vs 33.5 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 Lincoln High School and Linn-Mar High School?
About 177 km in a straight line, between Des Moines and Marion in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln High School: 2,364. Linn-Mar High School: 2,229. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln High School and Linn-Mar High School rank in Iowa?
Lincoln High School is 314th of 319 and Linn-Mar High School is 92nd of 319 among high schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).