For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,404 students in 01840, MA (there are 2 private schools, serving 186 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 01840, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 01840, MA are Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Lawrence, Oliver Middle School and Francis M Leahy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01840 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01840, MA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01840, MA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Lawrence
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
15 Union Street
Lawrence, MA 01840
(978) 722-8410
Lawrence, MA 01840
(978) 722-8410
Grades: 9-12
| 114 students
Rank: #22.
Oliver Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
233 Haverhill Street
Lawrence, MA 01840
(978) 722-8670
Lawrence, MA 01840
(978) 722-8670
Grades: 6-8
| 346 students
Rank: #33.
Francis M Leahy
(Math: 6% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
233 Haverhill Street
Lawrence, MA 01840
(978) 975-5959
Lawrence, MA 01840
(978) 975-5959
Grades: PK-5
| 482 students
Rank: #44.
Oliver Elementary School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
303 Haverhill Street
Lawrence, MA 01840
(978) 722-8170
Lawrence, MA 01840
(978) 722-8170
Grades: 1-5
| 462 students
01840, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
233 Haverhill Street
Lawrence, MA 01840
(978) 722-8770
Lawrence, MA 01840
(978) 722-8770
Grades: 7-8
| 188 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 01840, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 01840, MA include Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Lawrence, Oliver Middle School and Francis M Leahy.
How many public schools are located in 01840?
4 public schools are located in 01840.
What percentage of students in 01840 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 01840 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01840?
01840 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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