Serving 338 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lincoln-eliot ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln-eliot ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Lincoln-eliot's student population of 338 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lincoln-eliot ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln-eliot is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#533 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
7%
Hispanic
19%
24%
Black
7%
10%
White
44%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln-eliot's ranking?
Lincoln-eliot is ranked #533 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Lincoln-eliot often compared to?
Lincoln-eliotis often viewed alongside schools like Cabot, Horace Mann, John P Oldham by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Lincoln-eliot?
338 students attend Lincoln-eliot.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Lincoln-eliot students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln-eliot?
Lincoln-eliot has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lincoln-eliot offer ?
Lincoln-eliot offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln-eliot part of?
Lincoln-eliot is part of Newton School District.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln-eliot located?
Lincoln-eliot is located in the Nonantum neighborhood of Newton, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Nonantum.
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