Lincoln School vs Nelson Mandela/DR Hosa Zollicoffer School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 536 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lincoln School
Mount Vernon · Public elementary · Grades K–8
470 students
Nelson Mandela/DR Hosa Zollicoffer School
Mount Vernon · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
355 students
| Measure | Lincoln School Mount Vernon, New York | Nelson Mandela/DR Hosa Zollicoffer School Mount Vernon, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1175 of 2,536 | #1154 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #21033 of 50,301 | #20692 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 470 | 355 |
| Enrollment | 470 | 355 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.4% | 66.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | – |
| Math proficiency | 45% | – |
| city | Mount Vernon | Mount Vernon |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (55.9 vs 56.4).
- •Lincoln School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.4% vs 66.2%).
- •Lincoln School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 12.2).
- •Lincoln School is the larger school with 470 students compared with 355.
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 School better than Nelson Mandela/DR Hosa Zollicoffer 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 Lincoln School and Nelson Mandela/DR Hosa Zollicoffer School?
About 536 m in a straight line, between Mount Vernon and Mount Vernon in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln School: 470. Nelson Mandela/DR Hosa Zollicoffer School: 355. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln School and Nelson Mandela/DR Hosa Zollicoffer School rank in New York?
Lincoln School is 1175th of 2,536 and Nelson Mandela/DR Hosa Zollicoffer School is 1154th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).