Excellent
#163 of 1,791 schools in MA
Top 9% in state
Lincoln-eliot
Elementary School · Newton
191 Pearl Street, Newton, MA 02458
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Newton
#2 of 3
public schools
Massachusetts elementary schools
#101 of 1,022
In district
#14 of 22
Newton
School environment
9.2 / 10
Exceptional
About Lincoln-eliot
Lincoln-eliot is a public elementary school in Newton, MA, part of the Newton. The school serves approximately 328 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 9.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 91st percentile among MA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 54% proficiency in math, 11 points above the state average and 54% in reading/language arts, 9 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.2/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $151,782, where 76% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a small city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.6:1, Lincoln-eliot offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Lincoln-eliot — Students at Lincoln-eliot score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 60 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: 8.9/10.
How Lincoln-eliot Compares
See how Lincoln-eliot performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 57% (2019) to 57% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 62% (2019) to 47% (2022).
Location
191 Pearl Street, Newton, MA 02458
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lincoln-eliot may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John Ward (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Newton Centre), which scores slightly higher. Another option is James Russell Lowell (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Watertown), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Underwood (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Newton Corner), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Newton, see our Newton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CLEARWAY SCHOOL Newton | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| DEARBORN ACADEMY Newton | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Cabot Newtonville | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Underwood Newton Corner | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Watertown High Watertown | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Watertown Middle Watertown | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Bigelow Middle Newton | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| NEWTON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Newton | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Horace Mann Newtonville | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| MT ALVERNIA HIGH SCHOOL Newton | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL, INC DBA JCDS BOSTONS Watertown | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Cunniff Watertown | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| PERKINS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND Watertown | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| F A Day Middle Newtonville | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Newton North High Newtonville | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Newton Early Childhood Program Newton | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| James Russell Lowell Watertown | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| John Ward Newton Centre | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| WALDORF HIGH SCHOOL OF MASSACHUSETTS BAY Belmont | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| James Fitzgerald Elementary School Waltham | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02458 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$151,782
Median Home Value
$1,116,600
Median Rent
$2,313/mo
Population
13,308
College Educated
76.1%
Homeownership
62.3%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
40.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Lincoln-eliot has a median household income of $151,782. It is a well-educated community where 76% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,116,600, with a median rent of $2,313/month. The local poverty rate of 5.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 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 |
|---|---|
| C C Burr Auburndale, MA | 8.4 |
| Cold Spring Plymouth, MA | 8.4 |
| Cunniff Watertown, MA | 8.4 |
| Glover Marblehead, MA | 8.4 |
| Peirce Arlington, MA | 8.4 |
| Station Avenue Elementary South Yarmouth, MA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lincoln-eliot
What grades does Lincoln-eliot serve?
Lincoln-eliot serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lincoln-eliot?
Lincoln-eliot has an enrollment of approximately 328 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln-eliot?
The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln-eliot is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lincoln-eliot rank in MA?
Lincoln-eliot is ranked #163 out of 1,791 schools in MA.
What is Lincoln-eliot's MySchoolScout rating?
Lincoln-eliot has a composite rating of 8.4 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 Lincoln-eliot?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Lincoln-eliot has 53.5% math proficiency and 54.4% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Lincoln-eliot a charter school?
No, Lincoln-eliot is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lincoln-eliot a Title I school?
No, Lincoln-eliot is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 85 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 51 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 63 Bikeable
- City Safety
- Average (648/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 328
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (617) 559-9540
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Newton- District Enrollment
- 11,752
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,226
- District Rank
- #14 of 22
Other Schools in This District
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