Brightwood vs Lincoln
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 0 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brightwood
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
456 students
Lincoln
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
431 students
| Measure | Brightwood Springfield, Massachusetts | Lincoln Springfield, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #997 of 1,009 | #989 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #46698 of 50,301 | #45865 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 456 | 431 |
| Enrollment | 456 | 431 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 12% |
| city | Springfield | Springfield |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.4 vs 16.8).
- •Brightwood does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Lincoln does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 14.7).
- •Brightwood is the larger school with 456 students compared with 431.
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 Brightwood better than Lincoln?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln ranks higher (18.4 vs 16.8 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 Brightwood and Lincoln?
About 0 m in a straight line, between Springfield and Springfield in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brightwood: 456. Lincoln: 431. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brightwood and Lincoln rank in Massachusetts?
Brightwood is 997th of 1,009 and Lincoln is 989th of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).