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#98 of 1,791 schools in MA

Top 5% in state

Lillian M Jacobs

Elementary School · Hull

18 Harborview Rd, Hull, MA 02045

Enrollment

416

Student-Teacher

10.1:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Hull

#1 of 3

public schools

Massachusetts elementary schools

#62 of 1,022

In district

#1 of 3

Hull

School environment

9.5 / 10

Exceptional

About Lillian M Jacobs

Lillian M Jacobs is a public elementary school in Hull, MA, part of the Hull. The school serves approximately 416 students in grades Pre-K – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 10.1:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.7/10, placing it in the 94.6th percentile among MA schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 48% proficiency in math, 6 points above the state average and 51% in reading/language arts, 6 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $127,112, where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change+0.1 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52%
Reading/ELA Proficiency42%
Math vs. State Avg+9.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.6 pts
Overall Proficiency47%
Expected (poverty-adj.)46%
vs. Expected+1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.5Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,201

Lillian M Jacobs — Students at Lillian M Jacobs score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.4%
School
State
42.8%
ELA Proficiency 50.7%
School
State
45.1%

Based on 66 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2018
Math
50%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
43.3%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
47.8%
ELA
57.8%
2022
Math
51%
ELA
42.5%
2023
Math
51.7%
ELA
44.3%
2024
Math
50.3%
ELA
52.8%
2025
Math
46.6%
ELA
54.2%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Lillian M Jacobs Compares

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

Overall Score
8.7/10
95th percentile in MA
Academic
7.1/10
7.1/10
Growth
9.3/10
Above average
Environment
9.5/10
Above average

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 8.9/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Hingham), with a very similar rating. Another option is East Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Hingham), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Academy Avenue (rated 7.7/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Weymouth), 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 7.7
Memorial Middle Hull 1.4 mi 5.2
Wm L Foster Elementary Hingham 3.7 mi 7.3
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 3.8
ST PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hingham 4.5 mi 4.3
Wessagusset North Weymouth 4.6 mi 7.5
SOUTH SHORE CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC PRESCHOOL Hingham 5.0 mi
Snug Harbor Community School Quincy 4.6 mi 3.7
Johnson Early Childhood Center Weymouth 5.0 mi 5.6
East Elementary School Hingham 5.1 mi 8.7
Hingham High Hingham 5.7 mi 8.0
Maria Weston Chapman Middle School Weymouth 6.0 mi 6.7
Broad Meadows Middle Quincy 5.1 mi 5.6
Lawrence W Pingree Weymouth 6.2 mi 6.5
Academy Avenue Weymouth 6.2 mi 7.7
Merrymount Quincy 5.2 mi 6.8
Clifford H Marshall Elementary Quincy 5.7 mi 5.1
Plymouth River Hingham 6.7 mi 8.9

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Lillian M Jacobs has a median household income of $127,112. It is a well-educated community where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $606,100, with a median rent of $1,885/month. The local poverty rate of 5.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School Cambridge, MA 8.7
Downey Westwood, MA 8.7
East Elementary School Hingham, MA 8.7
Greenlodge Dedham, MA 8.7
Hardy Arlington, MA 8.7
James Russell Lowell Watertown, MA 8.7

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 is ranked #98 out of 1,791 schools in MA.

What is Lillian M Jacobs's MySchoolScout rating?

Lillian M Jacobs has a composite rating of 8.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Lillian M Jacobs?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Lillian M Jacobs has 48.4% math proficiency and 50.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

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
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (727/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Hull). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

Other Schools in This District

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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