Very Good
#441 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 25% in state
Alcott
Elementary School · Concord
93 Laurel Street, Concord, MA 01742
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#441 of 1,793
In Concord
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Concord
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Alcott
Elementary School in Concord · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Alcott
Alcott is a public elementary school in Concord, MA, part of Concord. Alcott serves approximately 430 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Alcott has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #441 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Alcott show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Alcott — Students at Alcott score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 5.9/10.
How Alcott Compares
See how Alcott performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
93 Laurel Street, Concord, MA 01742
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alcott may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Carlisle School (rated 9.2/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Carlisle), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln School (rated 8.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Lincoln), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lt Eleazer Davis (rated 7.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Bedford), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Concord, see our Concord schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Concord Carlisle High Concord | 0.4 mi | 9.0 |
| THE FENN SCHOOL Concord | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| THE CARROLL SCHOOL Lincoln | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| NASHOBA BROOKS SCHOOL Concord | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Willard Concord | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Lincoln School Lincoln | 2.6 mi | 8.7 |
| THE GUILD FOR HUMAN SERVICES Concord | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| BIRCHES SCHOOL Lincoln | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Lt Eleazer Davis Bedford | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Concord Middle Concord | 2.7 mi | 9.4 |
| Thoreau Concord | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| CORWIN-RUSSELL SCHOOL AT BROCCOLI HALL Sudbury | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Hanscom Middle Hanscom Air Force Base | 3.5 mi | 6.4 |
| John Glenn Middle Bedford | 3.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Bedford High Bedford | 4.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Minuteman Regional High Lexington | 3.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Carlisle School Carlisle | 5.0 mi | 9.2 |
| WILLOW HILL SCHOOL Sudbury | 4.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High Sudbury | 4.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Josiah Haynes Sudbury | 4.3 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01742 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$211,435
Median Home Value
$1,139,200
Median Rent
$2,471/mo
Population
18,337
College Educated
79.1%
Homeownership
79.1%
Avg Commute
32.1 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Median Age
44.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Calvin Coolidge School Shrewsbury, MA | 7.6 |
| Claypit Hill School Wayland, MA | 7.6 |
| DEDHAM COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Dedham, MA | 7.6 |
| Dawson Holden, MA | 7.6 |
| Francis Wyman Elementary Burlington, MA | 7.6 |
| George H Potter North Dartmouth, MA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alcott
What grades does Alcott serve?
Alcott serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Alcott?
Alcott has an enrollment of approximately 430 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alcott?
The student-teacher ratio at Alcott is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alcott rank in MA?
Alcott ranks #441 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Alcott's MySchoolScout rating?
Alcott has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Alcott?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alcott has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Alcott a charter school?
No, Alcott is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alcott a Title I school?
No, Alcott is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 430
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.8%
- Phone
- (978) 318-9544
Resources & Links
District
Concord- District Enrollment
- 1,971
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,110
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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