Lincoln Elementary vs Parker Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 254 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lincoln Elementary
Elk River ยท Public elementary ยท Grades Kโ5
554 students
Parker Elementary
Elk River ยท Public elementary ยท Grades Kโ5
513 students
| Measure | Lincoln Elementary Elk River, Minnesota | Parker Elementary Elk River, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #581 of 923 | #200 of 923 |
| National rank | #16997 of 50,301 | #5801 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades Kโ5 | Grades Kโ5 |
| Students | 554 | 513 |
| Enrollment | 554 | 513 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.7% | 28.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 77% |
| city | Elk River | Elk River |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขParker Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.6 vs 61.7).
- โขParker Elementary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 56%).
- โขParker Elementary does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 62%).
- โขParker Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.3% vs 45.7%).
- โขLincoln Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 17.1).
- โขLincoln Elementary is the larger school with 554 students compared with 513.
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 Elementary better than Parker Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Parker Elementary ranks higher (78.6 vs 61.7 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 Elementary and Parker Elementary?
About 254 m in a straight line, between Elk River and Elk River in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln Elementary: 554. Parker Elementary: 513. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln Elementary and Parker Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Lincoln Elementary is 581st of 923 and Parker Elementary is 200th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).