Central Middle vs Lincoln Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wisconsin, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle
Hartford · Public middle · Grades 6–8
419 students
Lincoln Elementary
Hartford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
460 students
| Measure | Central Middle Hartford, Wisconsin | Lincoln Elementary Hartford, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #171 of 359 | #561 of 1,069 |
| National rank | #6282 of 15,369 | #22021 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 419 | 460 |
| Enrollment | 419 | 460 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.4% | 48.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 51% |
| city | Hartford | Hartford |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.2 vs 54.5).
- •Lincoln Elementary does better on math proficiency (51% vs 41%).
- •Central Middle does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 41%).
- •Central Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.4% vs 48.7%).
- •Lincoln Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 13.1).
- •Lincoln Elementary is the larger school with 460 students compared with 419.
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 Central Middle better than Lincoln Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle ranks higher (56.2 vs 54.5 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 Central Middle and Lincoln Elementary?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Hartford and Hartford in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle: 419. Lincoln Elementary: 460. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle and Lincoln Elementary rank in Wisconsin?
Central Middle is 171st of 359 and Lincoln Elementary is 561st of 1,069 among middle schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).