Serving 207 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mary M Lynch 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary M Lynch ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mary M Lynch's student population of 207 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
207 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mary M Lynch ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary M Lynch is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1198 out of 1644 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
65%
23%
Black
22%
10%
White
7%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary M Lynch's ranking?
Mary M Lynch is ranked #1198 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Mary M Lynch often compared to?
Mary M Lynchis often viewed alongside schools like Mary M Walsh, Daniel B Brunton by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Mary M Lynch?
207 students attend Mary M Lynch.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Mary M Lynch students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary M Lynch?
Mary M Lynch has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mary M Lynch offer ?
Mary M Lynch offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mary M Lynch part of?
Mary M Lynch is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary M Lynch located?
Mary M Lynch is located in the Sixteen Acres neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 10 other public schools located in Sixteen Acres.
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