Erie HS vs Lincoln HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 480 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Erie HS
Erie · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,501 students
Lincoln HS
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,472 students
| Measure | Erie HS Erie, Pennsylvania | Lincoln HS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #555 of 618 | #578 of 618 |
| National rank | #14532 of 16,910 | #15582 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,501 | 2,472 |
| Enrollment | 2,501 | 2,472 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.6% | 89% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 21.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 19% |
| city | Erie | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Erie HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.2 vs 18.2).
- •Erie HS does better on math proficiency (25% vs 19%).
- •Lincoln HS does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 31%).
- •Lincoln HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89% vs 96.6%).
- •Erie HS does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 21.1).
- •Erie HS is the larger school with 2,501 students compared with 2,472.
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 Erie HS better than Lincoln HS?
On the Success Index (US), Erie HS ranks higher (24.2 vs 18.2 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 Erie HS and Lincoln HS?
About 480 km in a straight line, between Erie and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Erie HS: 2,501. Lincoln HS: 2,472. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Erie HS and Lincoln HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Erie HS is 555th of 618 and Lincoln HS is 578th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).