Lincoln Elem vs McPherson High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kansas, United States, 881 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lincoln Elem
McPherson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
221 students
McPherson High
McPherson · Public high · Grades 9–12
658 students
| Measure | Lincoln Elem McPherson, Kansas | McPherson High McPherson, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #438 of 686 | #149 of 296 |
| National rank | #32054 of 50,301 | #12091 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 221 | 658 |
| Enrollment | 221 | 658 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62% | 40.3% |
| Students per teacher | 10.5 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 22% |
| city | McPherson | McPherson |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.8 vs 35.5).
- •Lincoln Elem does better on math proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •Lincoln Elem does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •McPherson High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.3% vs 62%).
- •Lincoln Elem does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 12.2).
- •McPherson High is the larger school with 658 students compared with 221.
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 Elem better than McPherson High?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Elem ranks higher (39.8 vs 35.5 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 Elem and McPherson High?
About 881 m in a straight line, between McPherson and McPherson in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln Elem: 221. McPherson High: 658. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln Elem and McPherson High rank in Kansas?
Lincoln Elem is 438th of 686 and McPherson High is 149th of 296 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).