Jefferson Elementary School vs Lincoln Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary School
West Caldwell · Public elementary · Grades K–5
246 students
Lincoln Elementary School
Caldwell · Public elementary · Grades K–5
253 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary School West Caldwell, New Jersey | Lincoln Elementary School Caldwell, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #387 of 1,479 | #374 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #3337 of 50,301 | #3095 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 246 | 253 |
| Enrollment | 246 | 253 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.9% | 14.2% |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 62% |
| city | West Caldwell | Caldwell |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (83.1 vs 83.6).
- •Lincoln Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 72%).
- •Lincoln Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.2% vs 17.9%).
- •Jefferson Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 12.7).
- •Lincoln Elementary School is the larger school with 253 students compared with 246.
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 Jefferson Elementary School better than Lincoln Elementary 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 Jefferson Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between West Caldwell and Caldwell in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary School: 246. Lincoln Elementary School: 253. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
Jefferson Elementary School is 387th of 1,479 and Lincoln Elementary School is 374th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).