Serving 442 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, John J Mcglynn Elementary School 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 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John J Mcglynn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
John J Mcglynn Elementary School's student population of 442 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
John J Mcglynn Elementary School 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 John J Mcglynn Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#894 out of 1644 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
7%
Hispanic
18%
23%
Black
13%
10%
White
47%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John J Mcglynn Elementary School's ranking?
John J Mcglynn Elementary School is ranked #894 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are John J Mcglynn Elementary School often compared to?
John J Mcglynn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milton Fuller Roberts, Christopher Columbus, Brooks 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 37% MA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend John J Mcglynn Elementary School?
442 students attend John J Mcglynn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of John J Mcglynn Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John J Mcglynn Elementary School?
John J Mcglynn Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does John J Mcglynn Elementary School offer ?
John J Mcglynn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is John J Mcglynn Elementary School part of?
John J Mcglynn Elementary School is part of Medford School District.
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