For the 2025-26 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,462 students in 01905, MA (there are 1 private school, serving 245 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 01905, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 01905, MA are Sewell-anderson, William R Fallon and Classical High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01905 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01905, MA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01905, MA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sewell-anderson
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
25 Ontario Street
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7444
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7444
Gr: K-5 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
William R Fallon
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 Robinson Street
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7401
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7401
Gr: 2-5 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Classical High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
235 O Callaghan Way
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7404
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7404
Gr: 9-12 | 1,878 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
Julia F Callahan
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
200 O'callaghan Way
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7340
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7340
Gr: PK-5 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #55.
Lincoln-thomson
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
115 Gardiner Street
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7460
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7460
Gr: K-5 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #66.
Breed Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
90 Ocallaghan Way
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7330
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7330
Gr: 6-8 | 1,253 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #77.
A Drewicz Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
34 Hood Street
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7350
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7350
Gr: K-5 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #88.
Tracy
(Math: 14% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
35 Walnut Street
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7466
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7466
Gr: 1-5 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #99.
Wm P Connery
(Math: 10% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
50 Elm Street
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7344
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7344
Gr: K-5 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
01905, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
112 Market Street
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7220
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7220
Gr: PK | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 01905, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 01905, MA include Sewell-anderson, William R Fallon and Classical High School.
How many public schools are located in 01905?
9 public schools are located in 01905.
What percentage of students in 01905 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 01905 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01905?
01905 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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