Independence Elementary vs Lincoln Terrace Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 129 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence Elementary
Independence · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
287 students
Lincoln Terrace Elementary
Roanoke · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
287 students
| Measure | Independence Elementary Independence, Virginia | Lincoln Terrace Elementary Roanoke, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #586 of 1,142 | #1011 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #10388 of 50,301 | #20338 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 287 | 287 |
| Enrollment | 287 | 287 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93% | 102.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 10.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 92% | 67% |
| city | Independence | Roanoke |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.3 vs 56.9).
- •Independence Elementary does better on math proficiency (92% vs 67%).
- •Independence Elementary does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 57%).
- •Independence Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93% vs 102.4%).
- •Lincoln Terrace Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 13.0).
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 Independence Elementary better than Lincoln Terrace Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Independence Elementary ranks higher (71.3 vs 56.9 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 Independence Elementary and Lincoln Terrace Elementary?
About 129 km in a straight line, between Independence and Roanoke in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence Elementary: 287. Lincoln Terrace Elementary: 287. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence Elementary and Lincoln Terrace Elementary rank in Virginia?
Independence Elementary is 586th of 1,142 and Lincoln Terrace Elementary is 1011th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).