Serving 544 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lincoln School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Lincoln School's student population of 544 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lincoln School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln School is 0.65, 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
#129 out of 1631 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
12%
24%
Black
11%
10%
White
55%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln School's ranking?
Lincoln School is ranked #129 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Lincoln School often compared to?
Lincoln Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pioneer Charter School Of Science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Lincoln School?
544 students attend Lincoln School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Lincoln School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln School?
Lincoln School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lincoln School offer ?
Lincoln School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln School part of?
Lincoln School is part of Lincoln School District.
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