Melrose Sch vs Scott at Lincoln School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Melrose Sch
Harrisburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
536 students
Scott at Lincoln School
Harrisburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
484 students
| Measure | Melrose Sch Harrisburg, Pennsylvania | Scott at Lincoln School Harrisburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 7 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1605 of 1,627 | #1621 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #49245 of 50,301 | #50005 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 536 | 484 |
| Enrollment | 536 | 484 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 112.9% | 101% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 17% |
| city | Harrisburg | Harrisburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Melrose Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (10.8 vs 7.2).
- •Melrose Sch does better on math proficiency (18% vs 17%).
- •Scott at Lincoln School does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 25%).
- •Scott at Lincoln School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (101% vs 112.9%).
- •Melrose Sch is the larger school with 536 students compared with 484.
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 Melrose Sch better than Scott at Lincoln School?
On the Success Index (US), Melrose Sch ranks higher (10.8 vs 7.2 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 Melrose Sch and Scott at Lincoln School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Harrisburg and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Melrose Sch: 536. Scott at Lincoln School: 484. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Melrose Sch and Scott at Lincoln School rank in Pennsylvania?
Melrose Sch is 1605th of 1,627 and Scott at Lincoln School is 1621st of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).