Jefferson School vs Lincoln School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson School
Lyndhurst · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
256 students
Lincoln School
Rutherford · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
500 students
| Measure | Jefferson School Lyndhurst, New Jersey | Lincoln School Rutherford, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #812 of 1,479 | #590 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #15110 of 50,301 | #7966 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades PK–3 |
| Students | 256 | 500 |
| Enrollment | 256 | 500 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.3% | 7.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 62% |
| city | Lyndhurst | Rutherford |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.0 vs 64.5).
- •Lincoln School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 44%).
- •Jefferson School does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 62%).
- •Lincoln School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (7.4% vs 47.3%).
- •Jefferson School does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 15.2).
- •Lincoln School is the larger school with 500 students compared with 256.
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 School better than Lincoln School?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln School ranks higher (75.0 vs 64.5 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 Jefferson School and Lincoln School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Lyndhurst and Rutherford in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson School: 256. Lincoln School: 500. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson School and Lincoln School rank in New Jersey?
Jefferson School is 812th of 1,479 and Lincoln School is 590th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).