Serving 318 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Brickett 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brickett Elementary serves the southeast part of Lynn, MA, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brickett Elementary School's student population of 318 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
318 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brickett Elementary 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 Brickett Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#1554 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
8%
Hispanic
75%
26%
Black
7%
10%
White
6%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lynx
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brickett Elementary School's ranking?
Brickett Elementary School is ranked #1554 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Brickett Elementary School?
318 students attend Brickett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Brickett Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brickett Elementary School?
Brickett Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Brickett Elementary School offer ?
Brickett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brickett Elementary School part of?
Brickett Elementary School is part of Lynn School District.
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