Serving 371 students in grades 3-5, Abbot Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 71% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Abbot Elementary serves the northeast part of Westford, MA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 8.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abbot Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Abbot Elementary School's student population of 371 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
371 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Abbot Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abbot Elementary School is 0.43, which is less 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
#235 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
23%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
26%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
10%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.4%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abbot Elementary School's ranking?
Abbot Elementary School is ranked #235 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Abbot Elementary School often compared to?
Abbot Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John A. Crisafulli Elementary School, Day Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Abbot Elementary School?
371 students attend Abbot Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Abbot Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abbot Elementary School?
Abbot Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Abbot Elementary School offer ?
Abbot Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Abbot Elementary School part of?
Abbot Elementary School is part of Westford School District.
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