Serving 568 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Robert Frost 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 31% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert Frost's student population of 568 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
568 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Robert Frost 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 Robert Frost is 0.24, 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
#1309 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
87%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
6%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert Frost's ranking?
Robert Frost is ranked #1309 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Robert Frost?
568 students attend Robert Frost.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Robert Frost students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert Frost?
Robert Frost has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Robert Frost offer ?
Robert Frost offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Robert Frost part of?
Robert Frost is part of Lawrence School District.
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