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Linscott-rumford

Elementary School · Woburn

86 Elm Street, Woburn, MA 01801

Enrollment

196

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,652 of 1,793

In Woburn

#8 of 10

public schools

In district

#8 of 10

Woburn

Equity

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Linscott-rumford

3.9/10

Elementary School in Woburn · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Linscott-rumford

Linscott-rumford is a public elementary school in Woburn, MA, part of Woburn. Linscott-rumford serves approximately 196 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Linscott-rumford has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,652 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Linscott-rumford show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.8
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 196 students, Linscott-rumford is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-5.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-1.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.1 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,015
Chronic Absenteeism17.9%

Linscott-rumford — Students at Linscott-rumford score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.2% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 62.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.3% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 76 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
76.5%
ELA
80.8%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
54%
ELA
54%
2023
Math
53.7%
ELA
55.7%
2024
Math
34%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
40.3%
ELA
49.7%

* 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: 1.2/10.

How Linscott-rumford Compares

See how Linscott-rumford performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.9/10
8th percentile in MA
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
1.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

Location

86 Elm Street, Woburn, MA 01801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Linscott-rumford may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Alice M Barrows (rated 8.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Reading), which scores notably higher. Another option is Memorial (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Burlington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pine Glen Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Burlington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Woburn, see our Woburn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Mary D Altavesta Woburn 0.4 mi 2.7
Hurld-Wyman Elementary School Woburn 1.0 mi 6.4
Marshall Simonds Middle Burlington 1.1 mi 8.7
John F Kennedy Middle School Woburn 1.4 mi 5.3
Memorial Burlington 1.2 mi 7.6
Malcolm White Woburn 1.9 mi 5.2
Woburn High Woburn 1.9 mi 5.7
TENDER LEARNING CENTRE Wilmington 2.2 mi
Daniel L Joyce Middle School Woburn 2.2 mi 6.5
ST CHARLES SCHOOL Woburn 2.2 mi 5.0
Fox Hill Burlington 2.0 mi 6.6
MOUNT HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Burlington 1.8 mi 6.7
Shamrock Woburn 2.3 mi 5.9
BURLINGTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Burlington 1.9 mi
Burlington High Burlington 2.0 mi 8.0
Alice M Barrows Reading 2.2 mi 8.3
READING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Reading 2.3 mi
AUSTIN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Reading 2.4 mi 3.7
Clyde Reeves Woburn 3.1 mi 6.6
Pine Glen Elementary Burlington 2.4 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,754

Median Home Value

$641,800

Median Rent

$2,190/mo

Population

41,205

College Educated

47.3%

Homeownership

57.6%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

39.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Linscott-rumford

What grades does Linscott-rumford serve?

Linscott-rumford serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Linscott-rumford?

Linscott-rumford has an enrollment of approximately 196 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Linscott-rumford?

The student-teacher ratio at Linscott-rumford is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Linscott-rumford rank in MA?

Linscott-rumford ranks #1,652 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Linscott-rumford's MySchoolScout rating?

Linscott-rumford has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Linscott-rumford?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Linscott-rumford has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Linscott-rumford a charter school?

No, Linscott-rumford is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Linscott-rumford a Title I school?

No, Linscott-rumford is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
196
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

District

Woburn
District Enrollment
4,424
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,015
District Rank
#8 of 10

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