Banneker Elem vs Lincoln Central Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 222 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Banneker Elem
Kansas City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
268 students
Lincoln Central Elem
Cherryvale · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
268 students
| Measure | Banneker Elem Kansas City, Kansas | Lincoln Central Elem Cherryvale, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #658 of 686 | #492 of 686 |
| National rank | #46995 of 50,301 | #34319 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 268 | 268 |
| Enrollment | 268 | 268 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.4% | 64.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 32% |
| city | Kansas City | Cherryvale |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Central Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.5 vs 16.2).
- •Lincoln Central Elem does better on math proficiency (32% vs 12%).
- •Lincoln Central Elem does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 12%).
- •Lincoln Central Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.6% vs 88.4%).
- •Lincoln Central Elem does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 13.4).
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 Banneker Elem better than Lincoln Central Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Central Elem ranks higher (36.5 vs 16.2 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 Banneker Elem and Lincoln Central Elem?
About 222 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and Cherryvale in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Banneker Elem: 268. Lincoln Central Elem: 268. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Banneker Elem and Lincoln Central Elem rank in Kansas?
Banneker Elem is 658th of 686 and Lincoln Central Elem is 492nd of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).