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#101 of 1,791 schools in MA

Top 6% 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

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts elementary schools

#64 of 1,022

In district

#1 of 2

Lincoln

School environment

9.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Lincoln School

Lincoln School is a public elementary school in Lincoln, MA, part of the Lincoln. The school serves approximately 539 students in grades Pre-K – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 9.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.7/10, placing it in the 94.4th percentile among MA schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 70% proficiency in math, 27 points above the state average and 69% in reading/language arts, 24 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.8/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $197,292, where 88% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.6:1, Lincoln School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change-0.84 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.3Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69%
Reading/ELA Proficiency73%
Math vs. State Avg+26.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+30.4 pts
Overall Proficiency71%
Expected (poverty-adj.)58%
vs. Expected+13.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.8Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$32,571

Lincoln School — Students at Lincoln School score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 69.8%
School
State
42.4%
ELA Proficiency 69.4%
School
State
45.5%

Based on 108 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
73%
ELA
70.8%
2019
Math
74.9%
ELA
72.4%
2021*
Math
66%
ELA
71.7%
2022
Math
68.3%
ELA
72.3%
2023
Math
66.8%
ELA
65.2%
2024
Math
70.3%
ELA
64.3%
2025
Math
69%
ELA
67.7%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Lincoln School Compares

See how Lincoln School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
94th percentile in MA
Academic
9.3/10
9.3/10
Growth
7.9/10
Above average
Environment
9.8/10
Above average

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 9.6/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Weston), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Woodland (rated 9.1/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Weston), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Field Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 4.5 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 8.9
Alcott Concord 2.6 mi 7.5
THE GUILD FOR HUMAN SERVICES Concord 3.0 mi 7.1
Minuteman Regional High Lexington 2.5 mi 7.5
Hanscom Middle Hanscom Air Force Base 2.8 mi 4.3
THE CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL OF WESTON Weston 3.4 mi 7.1
Lt Eleazer Davis Bedford 4.1 mi 7.3
Claypit Hill School Wayland 3.9 mi 7.5
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 8.7
Country Weston 4.4 mi 9.6
FUSE SCHOOL Lexington 3.8 mi
Woodland Weston 4.4 mi 9.1
Field Elementary School Weston 4.5 mi 9.1
MILESTONES DAY SCHOOL Waltham 3.7 mi 6.9
Douglas MacArthur Elementary School Waltham 3.6 mi 7.8
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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Lincoln School has a median household income of $197,292. It is a well-educated community where 88% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,169,800, with a median rent of $2,162/month. The local poverty rate of 5.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 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
East Elementary School Hingham, MA 8.7
Hardy Arlington, MA 8.7
James Russell Lowell Watertown, MA 8.7
John Eliot Needham, MA 8.7
Lillian M Jacobs Hull, 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 is ranked #101 out of 1,791 schools in MA.

What is Lincoln School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln School 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 Lincoln School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Lincoln School has 69.8% math proficiency and 69.4% reading/ELA proficiency.

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Low (229/100K)

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

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Lincoln
District Enrollment
1,033
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$32,556
District Rank
#1 of 2

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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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