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#15 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 1% in state

Joseph Estabrook

Elementary School · Lexington

117 Grove Street, Lexington, MA 02420

Enrollment

537

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

9.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#15 of 1,793

In Lexington

#1 of 11

public schools

In district

#1 of 10

Lexington

Equity

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Joseph Estabrook

9.6/10

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

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9.5/10

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9.2/10

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About Joseph Estabrook

Joseph Estabrook is a public elementary school in Lexington, MA, part of Lexington. Joseph Estabrook serves approximately 537 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Joseph Estabrook has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 out of 10 and ranks #15 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Joseph Estabrook show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 9.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.8
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change+0.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency82.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+40.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+35.1 pts
Overall Proficiency80% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+23.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,005
Chronic Absenteeism8.8%

Joseph Estabrook — Students at Joseph Estabrook score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 79.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 75.9% (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
88%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
84%
ELA
84%
2015
Math
86%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
71%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
76%
2018
Math
76.8%
ELA
76.8%
2019
Math
75%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
76%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
75.3%
ELA
74%
2022
Math
77.5%
ELA
68.3%
2023
Math
76.3%
ELA
71.3%
2024
Math
81%
ELA
72.7%
2025
Math
82.3%
ELA
77.7%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How Joseph Estabrook Compares

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

Overall Score
9.6/10
99th percentile in MA
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.8%

Location

117 Grove Street, Lexington, MA 02420

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Joseph Estabrook may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bridge (rated 9.2/10, 2.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Maria Hastings (rated 8.8/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Francis Wyman Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Burlington), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lexington, see our Lexington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Wm Diamond Middle Lexington 1.1 mi 8.7
FUSION ACADEMY BURLINGTON Burlington 1.1 mi
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF BURLINGTON Burlington 1.5 mi
Fiske Lexington 1.6 mi 7.2
NEW ENGLAND INNOVATION ACADEMY Lexington 1.7 mi 6.1
FUSE SCHOOL Lexington 1.6 mi
BEDFORD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bedford 1.5 mi
Francis Wyman Elementary Burlington 1.9 mi 7.6
Lexington High Lexington 2.4 mi 9.3
Maria Hastings Lexington 2.4 mi 8.8
NASHOBA LEARNING GROUP Bedford 2.6 mi 6.7
Bridge Lexington 2.8 mi 9.2
Burlington High Burlington 2.3 mi 8.0
MEADOWRIDGE PELHAM ACADEMY Lexington 2.9 mi
Lexington Children's Place Lexington 3.0 mi 6.8
BURLINGTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Burlington 2.6 mi
Hanscom Middle Hanscom Air Force Base 2.6 mi 6.4
MOUNT HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Burlington 2.7 mi 6.7
Jonas Clarke Middle Lexington 3.4 mi 9.3
Minuteman Regional High Lexington 3.0 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02420 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$233,068

Median Home Value

$1,148,100

Median Rent

$2,771/mo

Population

16,287

College Educated

85.3%

Homeownership

86.8%

Avg Commute

30.2 min

Poverty Rate

2.4%

Median Age

45.1

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Graham and Parks Cambridge, MA 9.6
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Bowman Lexington, MA 9.5
Crocker Farm Elementary Amherst, MA 9.5
Happy Hollow School Wayland, MA 9.5
Henry C Sanborn Elementary Andover, MA 9.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Joseph Estabrook

What grades does Joseph Estabrook serve?

Joseph Estabrook serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Joseph Estabrook?

Joseph Estabrook has an enrollment of approximately 537 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph Estabrook?

The student-teacher ratio at Joseph Estabrook 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 Joseph Estabrook rank in MA?

Joseph Estabrook ranks #15 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Joseph Estabrook's MySchoolScout rating?

Joseph Estabrook has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 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 Joseph Estabrook?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Joseph Estabrook has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Joseph Estabrook a charter school?

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

Is Joseph Estabrook a Title I school?

No, Joseph Estabrook is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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How does Joseph Estabrook stack up?

Bowman
9.5
Bridge
9.2
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.8%

District

Lexington
District Enrollment
6,805
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,005
District Rank
#1 of 10

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