Serving 373 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Julia F Callahan 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 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Julia F Callahan school serves the western part of Lynn, MA, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the school being about 2.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Julia F Callahan's student population of 373 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
373 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Julia F Callahan 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 Julia F Callahan is 0.57, 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
#1350 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
8%
Hispanic
63%
26%
Black
11%
10%
White
15%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Julia F Callahan's ranking?
Julia F Callahan is ranked #1350 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Julia F Callahan?
373 students attend Julia F Callahan.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Julia F Callahan students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Julia F Callahan?
Julia F Callahan has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Julia F Callahan offer ?
Julia F Callahan offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Julia F Callahan part of?
Julia F Callahan is part of Lynn School District.
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