Lindbergh Elementary vs Sherman Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wisconsin, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lindbergh Elementary
Madison · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
180 students
Sherman Middle
Madison · Public middle · Grades 6–8
400 students
| Measure | Lindbergh Elementary Madison, Wisconsin | Sherman Middle Madison, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #884 of 1,069 | #325 of 359 |
| National rank | #36601 of 50,301 | #11702 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 180 | 400 |
| Enrollment | 180 | 400 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.2% | 60% |
| Students per teacher | 10.0 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 18% |
| city | Madison | Madison |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lindbergh Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.0 vs 31.2).
- •Lindbergh Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 18%).
- •Lindbergh Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 28%).
- •Sherman Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60% vs 77.2%).
- •Lindbergh Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.0 vs 11.1).
- •Sherman Middle is the larger school with 400 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 Sherman Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Lindbergh Elementary ranks higher (33.0 vs 31.2 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 Sherman Middle?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Madison and Madison in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lindbergh Elementary: 180. Sherman Middle: 400. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lindbergh Elementary and Sherman Middle rank in Wisconsin?
Lindbergh Elementary is 884th of 1,069 and Sherman Middle is 325th of 359 among elementary schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).