Excellent
#138 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 8% in state
Lincoln-eliot
Elementary School · Newton
191 Pearl Street, Newton, MA 02458
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#138 of 1,793
In Newton
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#10 of 22
Newton
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Lincoln-eliot
Lincoln-eliot is a public elementary school in Newton, MA, part of Newton. Lincoln-eliot serves approximately 328 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln-eliot has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #138 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Lincoln-eliot show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Lincoln-eliot sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Lincoln-eliot — Students at Lincoln-eliot score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 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: 9.2/10.
How Lincoln-eliot Compares
See how Lincoln-eliot performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
191 Pearl Street, Newton, MA 02458
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lincoln-eliot may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Underwood (rated 9.1/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Newton Corner), with a very similar rating. Another option is John Ward (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Newton Centre), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Cunniff (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Watertown), 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 | 6.4 |
| Underwood Newton Corner | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Watertown High Watertown | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Watertown Middle Watertown | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Bigelow Middle Newton | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| 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 | 8.9 |
| 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 | 8.8 |
| Newton Early Childhood Program Newton | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| James Russell Lowell Watertown | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| John Ward Newton Centre | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| WALDORF HIGH SCHOOL OF MASSACHUSETTS BAY Belmont | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| James Fitzgerald Elementary School Waltham | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Anna Ware Jackson Plainville, MA | 8.8 |
| Charles Taylor Elementary Foxborough, MA | 8.8 |
| Deer Hill Cohasset, MA | 8.8 |
| Harrington Lexington, MA | 8.8 |
| Jefferson Elementary Franklin, MA | 8.8 |
| South Stoneham, MA | 8.8 |
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 ranks #138 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Lincoln-eliot's MySchoolScout rating?
Lincoln-eliot 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 Lincoln-eliot?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln-eliot has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.9%
- Phone
- (617) 559-9540
Resources & Links
District
Newton- District Enrollment
- 11,752
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,226
- District Rank
- #10 of 22
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