Serving 492 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Abraham Lincoln ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Abraham Lincoln School serves the west part of Lowell, MA, covering an area of approximately 7.6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Abraham Lincoln's student population of 492 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
492 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Abraham Lincoln ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abraham Lincoln is 0.70, 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
#1248 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
37%
8%
Hispanic
38%
26%
Black
6%
10%
White
14%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abraham Lincoln's ranking?
Abraham Lincoln is ranked #1248 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Abraham Lincoln often compared to?
Abraham Lincolnis often viewed alongside schools like Amigos School, Ambrose Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Abraham Lincoln?
492 students attend Abraham Lincoln.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Abraham Lincoln students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Asian, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abraham Lincoln?
Abraham Lincoln has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Abraham Lincoln offer ?
Abraham Lincoln offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Abraham Lincoln part of?
Abraham Lincoln is part of Lowell School District.
In what neighborhood is Abraham Lincoln located?
Abraham Lincoln is located in the Highlands neighborhood of Lowell, MA. There are 7 other public schools located in Highlands.
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