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#779 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 43% in state

Abraham Lincoln

Elementary School · Lowell

300 Chelmsford Street, Lowell, MA 01851

Enrollment

489

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#779 of 1,793

In Lowell

#10 of 28

public schools

In district

#10 of 26

Lowell

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Abraham Lincoln

6.6/10

Elementary School in Lowell · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Abraham Lincoln

Abraham Lincoln is a public elementary school in Lowell, MA, part of Lowell. Abraham Lincoln serves approximately 489 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Abraham Lincoln has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #779 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Abraham Lincoln show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-11.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.6 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+4.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,440
Chronic Absenteeism19.4%

Abraham Lincoln — Students at Abraham Lincoln score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 33.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 33.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 56 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
38.7%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
28.7%
ELA
28.3%
2023
Math
29%
ELA
26.5%
2024
Math
35.5%
ELA
23%
2025
Math
30.5%
ELA
30%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Abraham Lincoln Compares

See how Abraham Lincoln performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
57th percentile in MA
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.4%

Location

300 Chelmsford Street, Lowell, MA 01851

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Abraham Lincoln may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bartlett Community Partnership (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Dr Gertrude Bailey (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Charlotte M Murkland Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lowell, see our Lowell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
The Career Academy Lowell 0.3 mi 4.3
Laura Lee Therapeutic Day School Lowell 0.3 mi
Washington Lowell 0.6 mi 4.9
Charles W Morey Lowell 0.6 mi 4.8
Rogers STEM Academy Lowell 0.7 mi 6.2
Cardinal O'Connell Early Learning Center Lowell 0.7 mi 5.5
Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School Lowell 0.9 mi 7.1
Lowell Community Charter Public School Lowell 0.9 mi 5.1
HELLENIC AMERICAN ACADEMY Lowell 1.0 mi 6.5
SAINT PATRICK SCHOOL AND EDUCATION CENTER Lowell 1.1 mi 6.2
COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lowell 0.8 mi 5.4
John J Shaughnessy Lowell 0.9 mi 3.6
B.F. Butler Middle School Lowell 0.9 mi 6.8
Charlotte M Murkland Elementary Lowell 1.1 mi 6.7
Bartlett Community Partnership Lowell 1.1 mi 7.4
Dr Gertrude Bailey Lowell 1.0 mi 6.9
James S Daley Middle School Lowell 1.0 mi 8.0
Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School Lowell 1.2 mi 3.8
Lowell High Lowell 1.3 mi 4.5
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Lowell 1.4 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01851 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,962

Median Home Value

$432,100

Median Rent

$1,686/mo

Population

32,308

College Educated

32%

Homeownership

44.7%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

16.6%

Median Age

35.6

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park Somerville, MA 6.6
Beatrice H Wood Elementary Plainville, MA 6.6
C.T. Douglas Elementary School Acton, MA 6.6
Chandler Elementary Duxbury, MA 6.6
Charles C Cashman Elementary Amesbury, MA 6.6
Clyde Reeves Woburn, MA 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Abraham Lincoln

What grades does Abraham Lincoln serve?

Abraham Lincoln serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Abraham Lincoln?

Abraham Lincoln has an enrollment of approximately 489 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Abraham Lincoln?

The student-teacher ratio at Abraham Lincoln is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Abraham Lincoln rank in MA?

Abraham Lincoln ranks #779 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Abraham Lincoln's MySchoolScout rating?

Abraham Lincoln has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Abraham Lincoln?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Abraham Lincoln has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Abraham Lincoln a charter school?

No, Abraham Lincoln is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Abraham Lincoln a Title I school?

No, Abraham Lincoln is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
86 Very Walkable
Transit Score
58 Good Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
489
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.4%

District

Lowell
District Enrollment
14,273
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,440
District Rank
#10 of 26

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