Serving 489 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Abraham Lincoln ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abraham Lincoln ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Abraham Lincoln's student population of 489 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
489 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Abraham Lincoln ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abraham Lincoln is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1232 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
40%
7%
Hispanic
38%
25%
Black
5%
10%
White
12%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abraham Lincoln's ranking?
Abraham Lincoln is ranked #1232 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Abraham Lincoln often compared to?
Abraham Lincolnis often viewed alongside schools like Amigos School, Ambrose Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Abraham Lincoln?
489 students attend Abraham Lincoln.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Abraham Lincoln students are Asian, 38% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Abraham Lincoln?
Abraham Lincoln has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Abraham Lincoln offer ?
Abraham Lincoln offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Abraham Lincoln part of?
Abraham Lincoln is part of Lowell School District.
In what neighborhood is Abraham Lincoln located?
Abraham Lincoln is located in the Highlands neighborhood of Lowell, MA. There are 7 other public schools located in Highlands.
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