Lincoln High School vs South Union Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Iowa, United States, 2.1 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
South Union Elementary School
Des Moines · Public elementary · Grades K–5
422 students
| Measure | Lincoln High School Des Moines, Iowa | South Union Elementary School Des Moines, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #314 of 319 | #646 of 654 |
| National rank | #12545 of 16,910 | #35817 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 2,364 | 422 |
| Enrollment | 2,364 | 422 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.9% | 84.8% |
| Students per teacher | 25.4 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 38% |
| city | Des Moines | Des Moines |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (33.5 vs 34.2).
- •Lincoln High School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 38%).
- •Lincoln High School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 34%).
- •Lincoln High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.9% vs 84.8%).
- •South Union Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 25.4).
- •Lincoln High School is the larger school with 2,364 students compared with 422.
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 South Union 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 Lincoln High School and South Union Elementary School?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Des Moines and Des Moines in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln High School: 2,364. South Union Elementary School: 422. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln High School and South Union Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Lincoln High School is 314th of 319 and South Union Elementary School is 646th of 654 among high schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).