Lindbergh Elementary vs Mendota Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Wisconsin, United States, 859 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lindbergh Elementary
Madison · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
180 students
Mendota Elementary
Madison · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
282 students
| Measure | Lindbergh Elementary Madison, Wisconsin | Mendota Elementary Madison, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #884 of 1,069 | #914 of 1,069 |
| National rank | #36601 of 50,301 | #39076 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 180 | 282 |
| Enrollment | 180 | 282 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.2% | 72.7% |
| Students per teacher | 10.0 | 9.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 27% |
| city | Madison | Madison |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lindbergh Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.0 vs 29.2).
- •Lindbergh Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 17%).
- •Mendota Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.7% vs 77.2%).
- •Mendota Elementary does better on students per teacher (9.7 vs 10.0).
- •Mendota Elementary is the larger school with 282 students compared with 180.
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 Lindbergh Elementary better than Mendota Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lindbergh Elementary ranks higher (33.0 vs 29.2 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 Lindbergh Elementary and Mendota Elementary?
About 859 m in a straight line, between Madison and Madison in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lindbergh Elementary: 180. Mendota Elementary: 282. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lindbergh Elementary and Mendota Elementary rank in Wisconsin?
Lindbergh Elementary is 884th of 1,069 and Mendota Elementary is 914th of 1,069 among elementary schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).