John Edwards High vs Lincoln High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Wisconsin, United States, 5.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Edwards High
Port Edwards · Public high · Grades 9–12
144 students
Lincoln High
Wisconsin Rapids · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,337 students
| Measure | John Edwards High Port Edwards, Wisconsin | Lincoln High Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #303 of 446 | #293 of 446 |
| National rank | #11554 of 16,910 | #11323 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 144 | 1,337 |
| Enrollment | 144 | 1,337 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.6% | 40% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 27% |
| city | Port Edwards | Wisconsin Rapids |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (37.6 vs 38.5).
- •John Edwards High does better on math proficiency (30% vs 27%).
- •Lincoln High does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 30%).
- •Lincoln High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40% vs 48.6%).
- •John Edwards High does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 17.1).
- •Lincoln High is the larger school with 1,337 students compared with 144.
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 John Edwards High better than Lincoln High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are John Edwards High and Lincoln High?
About 5.5 km in a straight line, between Port Edwards and Wisconsin Rapids in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Edwards High: 144. Lincoln High: 1,337. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Edwards High and Lincoln High rank in Wisconsin?
John Edwards High is 303rd of 446 and Lincoln High is 293rd of 446 among high schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).