Lincoln vs McCarthy-Towne School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 103 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lincoln
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
431 students
McCarthy-Towne School
Acton · Public elementary · Grades K–6
431 students
| Measure | Lincoln Springfield, Massachusetts | McCarthy-Towne School Acton, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #989 of 1,009 | #326 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #45865 of 50,301 | #9396 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 431 | 431 |
| Enrollment | 431 | 431 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 57% |
| city | Springfield | Acton |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McCarthy-Towne School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.8 vs 18.4).
- •McCarthy-Towne School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 12%).
- •McCarthy-Towne School does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 22%).
- •McCarthy-Towne School does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 13.1).
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 better than McCarthy-Towne School?
On the Success Index (US), McCarthy-Towne School ranks higher (72.8 vs 18.4 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 and McCarthy-Towne School?
About 103 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Acton in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln: 431. McCarthy-Towne School: 431. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln and McCarthy-Towne School rank in Massachusetts?
Lincoln is 989th of 1,009 and McCarthy-Towne School is 326th of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).