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#63 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 4% in state

William H Lincoln

Elementary School · Brookline

19 Kennard Rd, Brookline, MA 02445

Enrollment

474

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#63 of 1,793

In Brookline

#2 of 10

public schools

In district

#2 of 13

Brookline

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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William H Lincoln

9.2/10

Elementary School in Brookline · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.5/10

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9.0/10

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About William H Lincoln

William H Lincoln is a public elementary school in Brookline, MA, part of Brookline. William H Lincoln serves approximately 474 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. William H Lincoln has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #63 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for William H Lincoln show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.5
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70.2% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+30.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+27.6 pts
Overall Proficiency71% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+16.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,114
Chronic Absenteeism15.2%

William H Lincoln — Students at William H Lincoln score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 70.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.4% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 72.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 130 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
72%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
78%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
69%
ELA
74%
2018
Math
69.4%
ELA
74.1%
2019
Math
71.6%
ELA
72.1%
2020*
Math
61%
ELA
71%
2021*
Math
62.1%
ELA
69.9%
2022
Math
71%
ELA
75%
2023
Math
73.7%
ELA
72.2%
2024
Math
71%
ELA
67.7%
2025
Math
72.7%
ELA
70.2%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How William H Lincoln Compares

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

Overall Score
9.2/10
97th percentile in MA
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.2%

Location

19 Kennard Rd, Brookline, MA 02445

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William H Lincoln may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lawrence (rated 9.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Pierce (rated 9.0/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Florida Ruffin Ridley School (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brookline, see our Brookline schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
MAIMONIDES SCHOOL ELEMENTARY SECTION Brookline 0.1 mi 6.3
Brookline Early Education Program at Clark Road Brookline 0.1 mi 4.6
MAIMONIDES Brookline 0.1 mi 7.3
Brookline High Brookline 0.3 mi 9.1
Pierce Brookline 0.6 mi 9.0
ST MARY OF THE ASSUMPTION SCHOOL Brookline 0.7 mi 6.4
Michael Driscoll Brookline 0.9 mi 8.4
John D Runkle Brookline 0.7 mi 8.3
THE PARK SCHOOL Brookline 0.9 mi 4.4
TORAH ACADEMY Brookline 0.9 mi 5.3
The Lynch Center Brookline 0.9 mi 5.7
Florida Ruffin Ridley School Brookline 1.2 mi 8.6
Baldwin Early Learning Pilot Academy Brighton 1.1 mi 6.8
Lawrence Brookline 1.1 mi 9.5
Roland Hayes Chestnut Hill 1.0 mi 7.1
Curley K-8 School Jamaica Plain 1.1 mi 8.3
MANVILLE SCHOOL Roxbury Crossing 1.0 mi 8.3
Brookline Early Education Program at Beacon Brookline 1.3 mi 5.9
BAY COVE ACADEMY Brookline 1.5 mi
BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BOSTON Boston 1.5 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02445 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$145,878

Median Home Value

$1,218,000

Median Rent

$2,779/mo

Population

22,568

College Educated

85.7%

Homeownership

52.5%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

34.1

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Bridge Lexington, MA 9.2
Carlisle School Carlisle, MA 9.2
John A Bishop Arlington, MA 9.2
Lucretia and Joseph Brown School Marblehead, MA 9.2
Morse Cambridge, MA 9.2
Pine Grove Rowley, MA 9.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William H Lincoln

What grades does William H Lincoln serve?

William H Lincoln serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend William H Lincoln?

William H Lincoln has an enrollment of approximately 474 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William H Lincoln?

The student-teacher ratio at William H Lincoln is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William H Lincoln rank in MA?

William H Lincoln ranks #63 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is William H Lincoln's MySchoolScout rating?

William H Lincoln has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 William H Lincoln?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William H Lincoln has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is William H Lincoln a charter school?

No, William H Lincoln is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is William H Lincoln a Title I school?

No, William H Lincoln is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
72 Very Walkable
Transit Score
60 Good Transit
Bike Score
73 Very Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does William H Lincoln stack up?

Lawrence
9.5
Pierce
9.0
Florida Ruffin Ridley School
8.6
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.2%

District

Brookline
District Enrollment
7,039
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,114
District Rank
#2 of 13

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