Serving 266 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lawrence W Pingree ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher 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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lawrence W Pingree serves the northeast area of East Weymouth, MA, covering approximately 1.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 0.8 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lawrence W Pingree's student population of 266 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
266 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lawrence W Pingree ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawrence W Pingree is 0.47, 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
#759 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
8%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
4%
10%
White
71%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawrence W Pingree's ranking?
Lawrence W Pingree is ranked #759 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Lawrence W Pingree often compared to?
Lawrence W Pingreeis often viewed alongside schools like Academy Avenue by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Lawrence W Pingree?
266 students attend Lawrence W Pingree.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Lawrence W Pingree students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lawrence W Pingree?
Lawrence W Pingree has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lawrence W Pingree offer ?
Lawrence W Pingree offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lawrence W Pingree part of?
Lawrence W Pingree is part of Weymouth School District.
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