Lincoln Elementary School vs McDonald Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Nebraska, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lincoln Elementary School
North Platte · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
316 students
McDonald Elementary School
North Platte · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
247 students
| Measure | Lincoln Elementary School North Platte, Nebraska | McDonald Elementary School North Platte, Nebraska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #357 of 511 | #156 of 511 |
| National rank | #24617 of 50,301 | #9397 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 316 | 247 |
| Enrollment | 316 | 247 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 34% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 19.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 67% |
| city | North Platte | North Platte |
| state | Nebraska | Nebraska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McDonald Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.8 vs 50.8).
- •McDonald Elementary School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 57%).
- •McDonald Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 42%).
- •Lincoln Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 19.0).
- •Lincoln Elementary School is the larger school with 316 students compared with 247.
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 School better than McDonald Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), McDonald Elementary School ranks higher (72.8 vs 50.8 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 School and McDonald Elementary School?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between North Platte and North Platte in Nebraska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln Elementary School: 316. McDonald Elementary School: 247. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln Elementary School and McDonald Elementary School rank in Nebraska?
Lincoln Elementary School is 357th of 511 and McDonald Elementary School is 156th of 511 among elementary schools in Nebraska on the 2025 Success Index (US).