Benjamin G Brown vs Lincoln-Thomson
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin G Brown
Somerville ยท Public elementary ยท Grades Kโ5
219 students
Lincoln-Thomson
Lynn ยท Public elementary ยท Grades Kโ5
219 students
| Measure | Benjamin G Brown Somerville, Massachusetts | Lincoln-Thomson Lynn, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #77 of 1,009 | #762 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #1533 of 50,301 | #29537 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades Kโ5 | Grades Kโ5 |
| Students | 219 | 219 |
| Enrollment | 219 | 219 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | โ | โ |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 10.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 42% |
| city | Somerville | Lynn |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขBenjamin G Brown scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.3 vs 43.6).
- โขBenjamin G Brown does better on math proficiency (82% vs 42%).
- โขBenjamin G Brown does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 37%).
- โขLincoln-Thomson does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 14.6).
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 Benjamin G Brown better than Lincoln-Thomson?
On the Success Index (US), Benjamin G Brown ranks higher (87.3 vs 43.6 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 Benjamin G Brown and Lincoln-Thomson?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Somerville and Lynn in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin G Brown: 219. Lincoln-Thomson: 219. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin G Brown and Lincoln-Thomson rank in Massachusetts?
Benjamin G Brown is 77th of 1,009 and Lincoln-Thomson is 762nd of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).