Lincoln Intermediate vs Mason City High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Iowa, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lincoln Intermediate
Mason City · Public middle · Grades 5–6
485 students
Mason City High School
Mason City · Public high · Grades 9–12
891 students
| Measure | Lincoln Intermediate Mason City, Iowa | Mason City High School Mason City, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #193 of 239 | #257 of 319 |
| National rank | #4624 of 15,369 | #4708 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 485 | 891 |
| Enrollment | 485 | 891 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.2% | 41.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 59% |
| city | Mason City | Mason City |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (63.9 vs 64.3).
- •Mason City High School does better on math proficiency (59% vs 47%).
- •Mason City High School does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 64%).
- •Mason City High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.2% vs 53.2%).
- •Lincoln Intermediate does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 16.8).
- •Mason City High School is the larger school with 891 students compared with 485.
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 Intermediate better than Mason City High 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 Intermediate and Mason City High School?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Mason City and Mason City in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln Intermediate: 485. Mason City High School: 891. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln Intermediate and Mason City High School rank in Iowa?
Lincoln Intermediate is 193rd of 239 and Mason City High School is 257th of 319 among middle schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).