Lt Job Lane School

66 Sweetwater Avenue
Bedford, MA 01730
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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9/
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Top 20%
Serving 540 students in grades 3-5, Lt Job Lane 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 68% (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 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 540 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 47%
  • : Top 20% in MA
  • : 71% (Top 10%)
  • : 68% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : Lt Job Lane School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Bedford, MA, encompassing approximately 13.8 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 3.9 miles at its furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Lt Job Lane School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Lt Job Lane School's student population of 540 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
540 students

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data

School Rankings

Lt Job Lane 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 Lt Job Lane School is 0.64, 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.
This School
State Level (MA)
#178 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

71%
42%

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

68%
44%

Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data

70-74%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1

Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data

Asian
26%
8%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Hispanic
7%
26%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data

Black
6%
10%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

White
53%
51%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Two or more races
8%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data

All Ethnic Groups
47%
0.64

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

(22-23)
7.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%

Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%

Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lt Job Lane School's ranking?
Lt Job Lane School is ranked #178 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
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 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Lt Job Lane School?
540 students attend Lt Job Lane School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Lt Job Lane School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lt Job Lane School?
Lt Job Lane School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lt Job Lane School offer ?
Lt Job Lane School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lt Job Lane School part of?
Lt Job Lane School is part of Bedford School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 540 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 47%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 71% (Top 10%)
  • : 68% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : Lt Job Lane School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Bedford, MA, encompassing approximately 13.8 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 3.9 miles at its furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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