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#135 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 8% in state

Collicot

Elementary School · Milton

80 Edge Hill Rd, Milton, MA 02186

Enrollment

586

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#135 of 1,793

In Milton

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

Milton

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Collicot

8.8/10

Elementary School in Milton · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Cunningham School

8.5/10

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6.4/10

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About Collicot

Collicot is a public elementary school in Milton, MA, part of Milton. Collicot serves approximately 586 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Collicot has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #135 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Collicot show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.4
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change+0.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency76% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+33.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+32.1 pts
Overall Proficiency75% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+16.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,917
Chronic Absenteeism9.9%

Collicot — Students at Collicot score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 73.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 73.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 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
74%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
85%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
85%
ELA
81%
2016
Math
71%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
70%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
69.8%
ELA
70.3%
2019
Math
70.3%
ELA
74%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
64%
ELA
72.5%
2022
Math
72.3%
ELA
69.3%
2023
Math
79%
ELA
76.7%
2024
Math
75.3%
ELA
72.3%
2025
Math
76%
ELA
74.7%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Collicot Compares

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

Overall Score
8.8/10
93th percentile in MA
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
5.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.9%

Location

80 Edge Hill Rd, Milton, MA 02186

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Collicot may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wollaston School (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Quincy), with a very similar rating. Another option is Cunningham School (rated 8.5/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, QUINCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Quincy), a more accessible option. For more schools in Milton, see our Milton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Cunningham School Milton 0.1 mi 8.5
FONTBONNE ACADEMY Milton 0.6 mi 6.4
ST AGATHA SCHOOL Milton 0.6 mi 5.6
Glover Milton 1.3 mi 6.3
ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY Dorchester Center 1.6 mi 4.8
ST JOHN PAUL LOWER MILLS Dorchester 1.6 mi 5.5
Montclair Quincy 1.6 mi 7.0
ST BRENDAN SCHOOL Dorchester 2.0 mi 3.9
Charles A Bernazzani Elementary Quincy 1.6 mi 5.7
Wollaston School Quincy 1.6 mi 8.6
Charles S Pierce Middle Milton 1.6 mi 8.0
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper Dorchester 2.1 mi 3.9
Kenny Elementary School Dorchester 2.3 mi 5.3
North Quincy High Quincy 2.0 mi 7.3
QUINCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Quincy 2.0 mi 7.1
Milton High Milton 1.8 mi 8.8
Taylor Elementary School Mattapan 2.1 mi 5.5
ST MARY OF THE HILLS SCHOOL Milton 1.9 mi 6.2
ADAMS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Quincy 1.9 mi 5.5
Atlantic Middle Quincy 2.2 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02186 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$177,222

Median Home Value

$896,500

Median Rent

$1,545/mo

Population

28,716

College Educated

70.3%

Homeownership

84.3%

Avg Commute

32 min

Poverty Rate

5.5%

Median Age

40.1

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Harrington Lexington, MA 8.8
Maria Hastings Lexington, MA 8.8
Peter Noyes Sudbury, MA 8.8
South Stoneham, MA 8.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Collicot

What grades does Collicot serve?

Collicot serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Collicot?

Collicot has an enrollment of approximately 586 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Collicot?

The student-teacher ratio at Collicot is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Collicot rank in MA?

Collicot ranks #135 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Collicot's MySchoolScout rating?

Collicot has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Collicot?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Collicot has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Collicot a charter school?

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

Is Collicot a Title I school?

No, Collicot is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
586
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.9%

District

Milton
District Enrollment
4,320
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,917
District Rank
#1 of 6

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