Emerson ElementaryMiddle School vs LincolnKing AdamsYoung 68
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson ElementaryMiddle School
Detroit · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
532 students
LincolnKing AdamsYoung 68
Detroit · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
429 students
| Measure | Emerson ElementaryMiddle School Detroit, Michigan | LincolnKing AdamsYoung 68 Detroit, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1476 of 1,581 | #474 of 485 |
| National rank | #48800 of 50,301 | #15097 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 532 | 429 |
| Enrollment | 532 | 429 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91% | 90.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 53.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | – |
| Math proficiency | 5% | – |
| city | Detroit | Detroit |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emerson ElementaryMiddle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (12.2 vs 10.0).
- •LincolnKing AdamsYoung 68 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.2% vs 91%).
- •Emerson ElementaryMiddle School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 53.6).
- •Emerson ElementaryMiddle School is the larger school with 532 students compared with 429.
- •Emerson ElementaryMiddle School is a public school while LincolnKing AdamsYoung 68 is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Emerson ElementaryMiddle School better than LincolnKing AdamsYoung 68?
On the Success Index (US), Emerson ElementaryMiddle School ranks higher (12.2 vs 10.0 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 Emerson ElementaryMiddle School and LincolnKing AdamsYoung 68?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Detroit and Detroit in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson ElementaryMiddle School: 532. LincolnKing AdamsYoung 68: 429. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson ElementaryMiddle School and LincolnKing AdamsYoung 68 rank in Michigan?
Emerson ElementaryMiddle School is 1476th of 1,581 and LincolnKing AdamsYoung 68 is 474th of 485 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).