Very Good
#321 of 1,791 schools in MA
Top 18% in state
Pine Glen Elementary
Elementary School · Burlington
1 Pine Glen Way, Burlington, MA 01803
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Burlington
#3 of 6
public schools
Massachusetts elementary schools
#201 of 1,022
In district
#3 of 6
Burlington
School environment
9.1 / 10
Exceptional
About Pine Glen Elementary
Pine Glen Elementary serves 334 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Burlington, Massachusetts, offering a solid educational foundation with a notably small student-teacher ratio of 10.1:1. With 33 full-time equivalent teachers, students receive considerable individual attention in this well-staffed environment. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.1 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #345 out of 1,796 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 81st percentile.
Students show particular strength in mathematics, with 62% scoring proficient or above across grade levels, while 47% achieve proficiency in English Language Arts and reading. Pine Glen Elementary benefits from its location in an affluent suburban community where 58% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher and the median household income reaches $134,189. The low poverty rate of just 5.2% reflects the economic stability of families in the area, with median home values around $659,400.
Located at 1 Pine Glen Way in this large suburban setting of Middlesex County, the school serves a community of approximately 26,000 residents who have invested in both their neighborhood and their children's education, creating an environment conducive to academic achievement and family engagement.
Score Breakdown
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Pine Glen Elementary — Students at Pine Glen Elementary score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0.1%
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: 7.3/10.
How Pine Glen Elementary Compares
See how Pine Glen Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 67% (2019) to 62% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 57% (2019) to 47% (2022).
Location
1 Pine Glen Way, Burlington, MA 01803
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pine Glen Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Francis Wyman Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Memorial (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Fox Hill (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Burlington, see our Burlington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fox Hill Burlington | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| BURLINGTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Burlington | 1.3 mi | — |
| MOUNT HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Burlington | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Thomas Ditson Billerica | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Francis Wyman Elementary Burlington | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Burlington High Burlington | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School Billerica | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Boutwell Wilmington | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Memorial Burlington | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| West Intermediate Wilmington | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Marshall Simonds Middle Burlington | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Wilmington Middle School Wilmington | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF BURLINGTON Burlington | 2.1 mi | — |
| Shawsheen Elementary Wilmington | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Mary D Altavesta Woburn | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
| NASHOBA LEARNING GROUP Bedford | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| TENDER LEARNING CENTRE Wilmington | 2.5 mi | — |
| Linscott-Rumford Woburn | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| FUSION ACADEMY BURLINGTON Burlington | 3.2 mi | — |
| Locke Middle Billerica | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$142,421
Median Home Value
$679,400
Median Rent
$2,615/mo
Population
26,068
College Educated
58.2%
Homeownership
75.1%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
44.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Pine Glen Elementary has a median household income of $142,421. It is a well-educated community where 58% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $679,400, with a median rent of $2,615/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 |
|---|---|
| Academy Avenue Weymouth, MA | 7.7 |
| Adams Elementary School East Boston, MA | 7.7 |
| Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School Springfield, MA | 7.7 |
| Bates Salem, MA | 7.7 |
| Elias Brookings Springfield, MA | 7.7 |
| Ezra H Baker Innovation School West Dennis, MA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pine Glen Elementary
What grades does Pine Glen Elementary serve?
Pine Glen Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Pine Glen Elementary?
Pine Glen Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pine Glen Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pine Glen Elementary is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pine Glen Elementary rank in MA?
Pine Glen Elementary is ranked #321 out of 1,791 schools in MA.
What is Pine Glen Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pine Glen Elementary has a composite rating of 7.7 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 Pine Glen Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Pine Glen Elementary has 59.0% math proficiency and 51.6% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Pine Glen Elementary a charter school?
No, Pine Glen Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pine Glen Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pine Glen Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 334
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (781) 270-1712
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Burlington- District Enrollment
- 3,525
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,456
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
Other Schools in This District
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