Serving 410 students in grades 1-5, Robert L Ford 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 10% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert L Ford serves the southeast part of Lynn, MA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being around 0.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert L Ford's student population of 410 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
410 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day.
School Rankings
Robert L Ford 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 L Ford is 0.29, 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
#1576 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
84%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rams
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert L Ford's ranking?
Robert L Ford is ranked #1576 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Robert L Ford?
410 students attend Robert L Ford.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Robert L Ford students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert L Ford?
Robert L Ford has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Robert L Ford offer ?
Robert L Ford offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Robert L Ford part of?
Robert L Ford is part of Lynn School District.
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