Garfield Elem vs Lincoln Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 4.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Garfield Elem
Ottawa · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
368 students
Lincoln Elem
Ottawa · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
298 students
| Measure | Garfield Elem Ottawa, Kansas | Lincoln Elem Ottawa, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #495 of 686 | #502 of 686 |
| National rank | #34582 of 50,301 | #35152 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 368 | 298 |
| Enrollment | 368 | 298 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.5% | 77.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 27% |
| city | Ottawa | Ottawa |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (36.1 vs 35.2).
- •Garfield Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.5% vs 77.9%).
- •Lincoln Elem does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 11.9).
- •Garfield Elem is the larger school with 368 students compared with 298.
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 Garfield Elem better than Lincoln Elem?
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 Garfield Elem and Lincoln Elem?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Ottawa and Ottawa in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Garfield Elem: 368. Lincoln Elem: 298. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Garfield Elem and Lincoln Elem rank in Kansas?
Garfield Elem is 495th of 686 and Lincoln Elem is 502nd of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).