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#114 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 6% in state

Lillian M Jacobs

Elementary School · Hull

18 Harborview Rd, Hull, MA 02045

Enrollment

416

Student-Teacher

10.1:1

Score

8.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#114 of 1,793

In Hull

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Hull

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Lillian M Jacobs

8.9/10

Elementary School in Hull · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.7/10

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5.5/10

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About Lillian M Jacobs

Lillian M Jacobs is a public elementary school in Hull, MA, part of Hull. Lillian M Jacobs serves approximately 416 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lillian M Jacobs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #114 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Lillian M Jacobs show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.6 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • 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+0.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.8% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.4% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+3.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.8 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+3.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,079
Chronic Absenteeism16.1%

Lillian M Jacobs — Students at Lillian M Jacobs score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 52.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 88 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
53%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
45.5%
ELA
53.5%
2019
Math
39.3%
ELA
42.5%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
44%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
49.3%
ELA
41%
2023
Math
49%
ELA
38.3%
2024
Math
47.5%
ELA
53.3%
2025
Math
45.8%
ELA
51.4%

* 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 Lillian M Jacobs Compares

See how Lillian M Jacobs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.9/10
94th percentile in MA
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.1%

Location

18 Harborview Rd, Hull, MA 02045

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lillian M Jacobs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Plymouth River (rated 9.5/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Hingham), which scores slightly higher. Another option is East Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Hingham), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Wm L Foster Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Hingham), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hull, see our Hull schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Hull High Hull 0.6 mi 6.7
Memorial Middle Hull 1.4 mi 5.5
Wm L Foster Elementary Hingham 3.7 mi 8.2
DERBY ACADEMY Hingham 4.1 mi 6.8
SU ESCUELA LANGUAGE ACADEMY/SELA THE INTERNATIONAL Hingham 4.1 mi 6.3
Atherton Hough Quincy 3.7 mi 3.0
ST PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hingham 4.5 mi 4.3
Wessagusset North Weymouth 4.6 mi 7.7
SOUTH SHORE CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC PRESCHOOL Hingham 5.0 mi
Snug Harbor Community School Quincy 4.6 mi 4.0
Johnson Early Childhood Center Weymouth 5.0 mi 4.0
East Elementary School Hingham 5.1 mi 8.7
Hingham High Hingham 5.7 mi 8.3
Maria Weston Chapman Middle School Weymouth 6.0 mi 6.6
Broad Meadows Middle Quincy 5.1 mi 5.5
Lawrence W Pingree Weymouth 6.2 mi 6.8
Academy Avenue Weymouth 6.2 mi 8.1
Merrymount Quincy 5.2 mi 6.5
Clifford H Marshall Elementary Quincy 5.7 mi 4.7
Plymouth River Hingham 6.7 mi 9.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02045 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,112

Median Home Value

$606,100

Median Rent

$1,885/mo

Population

10,098

College Educated

51.7%

Homeownership

81.1%

Avg Commute

33.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

55.1

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John F Kennedy Somerville, MA 8.9
Loker School Wayland, MA 8.9
Paul P Gates Elementary School Acton, MA 8.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lillian M Jacobs

What grades does Lillian M Jacobs serve?

Lillian M Jacobs serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Lillian M Jacobs?

Lillian M Jacobs has an enrollment of approximately 416 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lillian M Jacobs?

The student-teacher ratio at Lillian M Jacobs is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lillian M Jacobs rank in MA?

Lillian M Jacobs ranks #114 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Lillian M Jacobs's MySchoolScout rating?

Lillian M Jacobs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Lillian M Jacobs?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lillian M Jacobs has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lillian M Jacobs a charter school?

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

Is Lillian M Jacobs a Title I school?

No, Lillian M Jacobs is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.1%

District

Hull
District Enrollment
755
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,079
District Rank
#1 of 3

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