Joseph Estabrook

117 Grove Street
Lexington, MA 02420
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 10%
Serving 537 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Joseph Estabrook 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 76% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher 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 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 537 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 68%
  • : Top 10% in MA
  • : 76% (Top 10%)
  • : 69% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Joseph Estabrook ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Joseph Estabrook's student population of 537 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
View AI Prompt
Total Students
537 students
View AI Prompt
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
View AI Prompt
School Motto
Joy in learning; curiosity in life; and compassion in all we do.

School Rankings

Joseph Estabrook 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 Joseph Estabrook is 0.67, 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.
This School
State Level (MA)
#124 out of 1626 schools
(Top 10%)
View AI Prompt
76%
42%
View AI Prompt
69%
44%
View AI Prompt
70-74%
44%
No Summary generated because only 2 years of data available
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
View AI Prompt
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
47%
7%
View AI Prompt
Hispanic
6%
25%
View AI Prompt
Black
4%
10%
View AI Prompt
White
32%
53%
View AI Prompt
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
View AI Prompt
All Ethnic Groups
0.67
View AI Prompt
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
35%
View AI Prompt
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
View AI Prompt
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Joseph Estabrook's ranking?
Joseph Estabrook is ranked #124 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Joseph Estabrook often compared to?
Joseph Estabrookis often viewed alongside schools like Fiske, Harrington, Mason-rice by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Joseph Estabrook?
537 students attend Joseph Estabrook.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Joseph Estabrook students are Asian, 32% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph Estabrook?
Joseph Estabrook has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Joseph Estabrook offer ?
Joseph Estabrook offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Joseph Estabrook part of?
Joseph Estabrook is part of Lexington School District.

School Reviews

Review Joseph Estabrook. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 537 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 68%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 76% (Top 10%)
  • : 69% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Request Information

Related School Videos

Quick Links