Lincoln School vs Sheridan School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lincoln School
Petoskey · Public elementary · Grades K–5
237 students
Sheridan School
Petoskey · Public elementary · Grades K–5
252 students
| Measure | Lincoln School Petoskey, Michigan | Sheridan School Petoskey, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #362 of 1,581 | #303 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #14341 of 50,301 | #12231 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 237 | 252 |
| Enrollment | 237 | 252 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.4% | 27.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 52% |
| city | Petoskey | Petoskey |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sheridan School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.7 vs 65.7).
- •Sheridan School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 42%).
- •Lincoln School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 62%).
- •Sheridan School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.4% vs 30.4%).
- •Sheridan School does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 14.8).
- •Sheridan School is the larger school with 252 students compared with 237.
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 School better than Sheridan School?
On the Success Index (US), Sheridan School ranks higher (68.7 vs 65.7 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 School and Sheridan School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Petoskey and Petoskey in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln School: 237. Sheridan School: 252. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln School and Sheridan School rank in Michigan?
Lincoln School is 362nd of 1,581 and Sheridan School is 303rd of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).