Disston Hamilton Sch vs Lincoln HS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Disston Hamilton Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades K–8
737 students
Lincoln HS
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,472 students
| Measure | Disston Hamilton Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Lincoln HS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 7 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1623 of 1,627 | #578 of 618 |
| National rank | #50024 of 50,301 | #15582 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 737 | 2,472 |
| Enrollment | 737 | 2,472 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.9% | 89% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 21.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 19% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.2 vs 7.0).
- •Lincoln HS does better on math proficiency (19% vs 8%).
- •Lincoln HS does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 17%).
- •Lincoln HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89% vs 99.9%).
- •Disston Hamilton Sch does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 21.1).
- •Lincoln HS is the larger school with 2,472 students compared with 737.
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 Disston Hamilton Sch better than Lincoln HS?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln HS ranks higher (18.2 vs 7.0 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 Disston Hamilton Sch and Lincoln HS?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Disston Hamilton Sch: 737. Lincoln HS: 2,472. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Disston Hamilton Sch and Lincoln HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Disston Hamilton Sch is 1623rd of 1,627 and Lincoln HS is 578th of 618 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).