Needs Improvement
#952 of 990 schools in CT
Lincoln-bassett School
Elementary School · New Haven School District
130 Bassett St., New Haven, CT 06511
Enrollment
229
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
229
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#952 of 990
In New Haven
#34 of 42
public schools
In district
#31 of 37
New Haven School District
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Lincoln-bassett School
Elementary School in New Haven · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lincoln-bassett School
Lincoln-bassett School is a public elementary school in New Haven, CT, part of New Haven School District. Lincoln-bassett School serves approximately 229 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln-bassett School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #952 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Lincoln-bassett School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.2
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Lincoln-bassett School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Lincoln-bassett School — Students at Lincoln-bassett School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 11%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.3/10.
How Lincoln-bassett School Compares
See how Lincoln-bassett School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
130 Bassett St., New Haven, CT 06511
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lincoln-bassett School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST THOMAS'S DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Worthington Hooker School (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Barack H. Obama Magnet University School (rated 6.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Haven, see our New Haven schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Highville Charter School New Haven | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| King/Robinson Magnet School New Haven | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| CALVIN HILL DAYCARE CENTER & KLF KINDERGARTEN New Haven | 0.6 mi | — |
| Celentano BioTech Health and Medical Magnet School New Haven | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| THE FOOTE SCHOOL New Haven | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Wexler/Grant Community School New Haven | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| James Hillhouse High School New Haven | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| CEDARHURST SCHOOL Hamden | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Eli Whitney Technical High School Hamden | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| ST THOMAS'S DAY SCHOOL New Haven | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Worthington Hooker School New Haven | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| LEILA DAY NURSERIES, INC. New Haven | 1.1 mi | — |
| HAMDEN HALL COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Hamden | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Amistad Academy New Haven | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Augusta Lewis Troup School New Haven | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| New Haven Academy New Haven | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| ATLAS AT NEIGHBORHOOD MUSIC SCHOOL New Haven | 1.4 mi | — |
| Barack H. Obama Magnet University School New Haven | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Helen Street School Hamden | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Beecher School New Haven | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06511 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,300
Median Home Value
$313,400
Median Rent
$1,534/mo
Population
54,744
College Educated
47.9%
Homeownership
20.1%
Avg Commute
20.1 min
Poverty Rate
25.8%
Median Age
29.6
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|---|---|
| Hall School Bridgeport, CT | 3.2 |
| ASSUMPTION SCHOOL Ansonia, CT | 3.4 |
| Sayles School Baltic, CT | 3.0 |
| Rawson School Hartford, CT | 3.6 |
| Washington School Waterbury, CT | 2.8 |
| Hopeville School Waterbury, CT | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lincoln-bassett School
What grades does Lincoln-bassett School serve?
Lincoln-bassett School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Lincoln-bassett School?
Lincoln-bassett School has an enrollment of approximately 229 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln-bassett School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln-bassett School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lincoln-bassett School rank in CT?
Lincoln-bassett School ranks #952 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Lincoln-bassett School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lincoln-bassett School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Lincoln-bassett School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln-bassett School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lincoln-bassett School a charter school?
No, Lincoln-bassett School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lincoln-bassett School a Title I school?
No, Lincoln-bassett School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lincoln-bassett School?
90.8% of students at Lincoln-bassett School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 229
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 7
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (475) 220-8500
Resources & Links
District
New Haven School District- District Enrollment
- 18,966
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,603
- District Rank
- #31 of 37
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