J.a. Hughes Elementary vs Lincoln School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 177 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J.a. Hughes Elementary
Red Lake Falls · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
237 students
Lincoln School
Fergus Falls · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
236 students
| Measure | J.a. Hughes Elementary Red Lake Falls, Minnesota | Lincoln School Fergus Falls, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #389 of 923 | #394 of 923 |
| National rank | #10320 of 50,301 | #10395 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 237 | 236 |
| Enrollment | 237 | 236 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.2% | 40.7% |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | – |
| Math proficiency | 62% | – |
| city | Red Lake Falls | Fergus Falls |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (71.4 vs 71.3).
- •Lincoln School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.7% vs 42.2%).
- •J.a. Hughes Elementary is the larger school with 237 students compared with 236.
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 J.a. Hughes Elementary better than Lincoln School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are J.a. Hughes Elementary and Lincoln School?
About 177 km in a straight line, between Red Lake Falls and Fergus Falls in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J.a. Hughes Elementary: 237. Lincoln School: 236. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J.a. Hughes Elementary and Lincoln School rank in Minnesota?
J.a. Hughes Elementary is 389th of 923 and Lincoln School is 394th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).