Serving 494 students in grades Kindergarten-8, William H Lincoln ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William H Lincoln ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
William H Lincoln's student population of 494 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
494 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
William H Lincoln ranks within the top 10% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William H Lincoln is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#101 out of 1626 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Asian
26%
8%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
11%
10%
White
38%
51%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
34%
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 William H Lincoln's ranking?
William H Lincoln is ranked #101 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are William H Lincoln often compared to?
William H Lincolnis often viewed alongside schools like Pierce by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend William H Lincoln?
494 students attend William H Lincoln.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of William H Lincoln students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William H Lincoln?
William H Lincoln has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does William H Lincoln offer ?
William H Lincoln offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William H Lincoln part of?
William H Lincoln is part of Brookline School District.
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