Highland Elementary vs Lincoln Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Elementary
Clarkston · Public elementary · Grades K–6
290 students
Lincoln Middle School
Clarkston · Public middle · Grades 7–8
346 students
| Measure | Highland Elementary Clarkston, Washington | Lincoln Middle School Clarkston, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1060 of 1,154 | #238 of 363 |
| National rank | #38934 of 50,301 | #8719 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 290 | 346 |
| Enrollment | 290 | 346 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.9% | 56.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 19.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 33% |
| city | Clarkston | Clarkston |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.0 vs 29.4).
- •Lincoln Middle School does better on math proficiency (33% vs 27%).
- •Lincoln Middle School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 37%).
- •Lincoln Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.9% vs 67.9%).
- •Highland Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 19.2).
- •Lincoln Middle School is the larger school with 346 students compared with 290.
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 Highland Elementary better than Lincoln Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Middle School ranks higher (45.0 vs 29.4 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 Highland Elementary and Lincoln Middle School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Clarkston and Clarkston in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Elementary: 290. Lincoln Middle School: 346. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Elementary and Lincoln Middle School rank in Washington?
Highland Elementary is 1060th of 1,154 and Lincoln Middle School is 238th of 363 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).