Excellent
#154 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 9% in state
Lincoln School
Elementary School · Lincoln
6 Ballfield Rd, Lincoln, MA 01773
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#154 of 1,793
In district
#1 of 2
Lincoln
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Lincoln School
Elementary School in Lincoln · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lincoln School
Lincoln School is a public elementary school in Lincoln, MA, part of Lincoln. Lincoln School serves approximately 539 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #154 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Lincoln School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Lincoln School 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 School — Students at Lincoln School score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 130 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: 8.0/10.
How Lincoln School Compares
See how Lincoln School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6 Ballfield Rd, Lincoln, MA 01773
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lincoln School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Country (rated 9.9/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Weston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Field Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Weston), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Woodland (rated 9.2/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Weston), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lincoln, see our Lincoln schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE CARROLL SCHOOL Lincoln | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| BIRCHES SCHOOL Lincoln | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Concord Carlisle High Concord | 2.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Alcott Concord | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
| THE GUILD FOR HUMAN SERVICES Concord | 3.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Minuteman Regional High Lexington | 2.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Hanscom Middle Hanscom Air Force Base | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
| THE CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL OF WESTON Weston | 3.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Lt Eleazer Davis Bedford | 4.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Claypit Hill School Wayland | 3.9 mi | 7.6 |
| THE FENN SCHOOL Concord | 3.9 mi | 7.0 |
| COMMUNITY THERAPEUTIC DAY SCHOOL Lexington | 3.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Maria Hastings Lexington | 3.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Country Weston | 4.4 mi | 9.9 |
| FUSE SCHOOL Lexington | 3.8 mi | — |
| Woodland Weston | 4.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Field Elementary School Weston | 4.5 mi | 9.3 |
| MILESTONES DAY SCHOOL Waltham | 3.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Douglas MacArthur Elementary School Waltham | 3.6 mi | 7.9 |
| GIFFORD SCHOOL Weston | 4.4 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01773 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$197,292
Median Home Value
$1,169,800
Median Rent
$2,162/mo
Population
5,257
College Educated
87.8%
Homeownership
76.9%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
51.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Boylston Elementary School Boylston, MA | 8.7 |
| Brooks School Medford, MA | 8.7 |
| C C Burr Auburndale, MA | 8.7 |
| East Elementary School Hingham, MA | 8.7 |
| Paul F Doyon Memorial Ipswich, MA | 8.7 |
| William G Vinal Norwell, MA | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lincoln School
What grades does Lincoln School serve?
Lincoln School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Lincoln School?
Lincoln School has an enrollment of approximately 539 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln School 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 School rank in MA?
Lincoln School ranks #154 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Lincoln School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lincoln School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lincoln School a charter school?
No, Lincoln School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lincoln School a Title I school?
No, Lincoln School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 539
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.2%
- Phone
- (781) 259-9404
Resources & Links
District
Lincoln- District Enrollment
- 1,033
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,556
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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