Joseph H. Brensinger School vs Lincoln High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 438 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joseph H. Brensinger School
Jersey City · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
926 students
Lincoln High School
Jersey City · Public high · Grades 9–12
767 students
| Measure | Joseph H. Brensinger School Jersey City, New Jersey | Lincoln High School Jersey City, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1215 of 1,479 | #338 of 357 |
| National rank | #33296 of 50,301 | #15509 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 926 | 767 |
| Enrollment | 926 | 767 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86% | 75.6% |
| Students per teacher | 9.7 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 5% |
| city | Jersey City | Jersey City |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Joseph H. Brensinger School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.0 vs 18.7).
- •Joseph H. Brensinger School does better on math proficiency (28% vs 5%).
- •Joseph H. Brensinger School does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 17%).
- •Lincoln High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.6% vs 86%).
- •Joseph H. Brensinger School does better on students per teacher (9.7 vs 12.8).
- •Joseph H. Brensinger School is the larger school with 926 students compared with 767.
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 Joseph H. Brensinger School better than Lincoln High School?
On the Success Index (US), Joseph H. Brensinger School ranks higher (38.0 vs 18.7 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 Joseph H. Brensinger School and Lincoln High School?
About 438 m in a straight line, between Jersey City and Jersey City in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joseph H. Brensinger School: 926. Lincoln High School: 767. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joseph H. Brensinger School and Lincoln High School rank in New Jersey?
Joseph H. Brensinger School is 1215th of 1,479 and Lincoln High School is 338th of 357 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).