Serving 1,265 students in grades 6-8, Breed Middle 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 8% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower 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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Breed Middle School serves a central area in Lynn, MA, covering approximately 6.3 square miles. Families in the attendance zone typically have a driving time of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Breed Middle School's student population of 1,265 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,265 students
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Breed Middle School 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 Breed Middle School is 0.45, 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
#1477 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
8%
Hispanic
73%
26%
Black
7%
10%
White
9%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
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 Breed Middle School's ranking?
Breed Middle School is ranked #1477 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Breed Middle School often compared to?
Breed Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thurgood Marshall Middle School, Pickering Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Breed Middle School?
1,265 students attend Breed Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Breed Middle School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Breed Middle School?
Breed Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Breed Middle School offer ?
Breed Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Breed Middle School part of?
Breed Middle School is part of Lynn School District.
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