Needs Improvement
#1791 of 1,793 schools in MA
Arlington Elementary
Elementary School · Lawrence
150 Arlington Street, Lawrence, MA 01841
Enrollment
556
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
2.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
556
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
2.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,791 of 1,793
In Lawrence
#29 of 29
public schools
In district
#26 of 26
Lawrence
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Arlington Elementary
Elementary School in Lawrence · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Arlington Elementary
Arlington Elementary is a public elementary school in Lawrence, MA, part of Lawrence. Arlington Elementary serves approximately 556 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Arlington Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,791 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Arlington Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 2.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.6
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, Arlington Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
40% of students at Arlington Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Arlington Elementary — Students at Arlington Elementary score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 48 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.7/10.
How Arlington Elementary Compares
See how Arlington Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
150 Arlington Street, Lawrence, MA 01841
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Arlington Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE ISLAMIC ACADEMY FOR PEACE (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Methuen), which scores notably higher. Another option is John K Tarbox (rated 5.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MONICA SCHOOL (rated 4.7/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Methuen), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lawrence, see our Lawrence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Arlington Middle School Lawrence | 0.0 mi | 4.9 |
| RISE Academy Lawrence | 0.2 mi | 4.7 |
| John K Tarbox Lawrence | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Lawrence Family Development Charter School Lawrence | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Lawlor Early Childhood Center Lawrence | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Oliver Elementary School Lawrence | 0.6 mi | 3.1 |
| BLESSED STEPHEN BELLESINI O.S.A. ACADEMY Lawrence | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| NOTRE DAME CRISTO REY HIGH SCHOOL Methuen | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Francis M Leahy Lawrence | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| School for Exceptional Studies Lawrence | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Oliver Middle School Lawrence | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| ST MONICA SCHOOL Methuen | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Donald P Timony Grammar Methuen | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Tenney Grammar School Methuen | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Methuen High Methuen | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Alexander B Bruce Lawrence | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Gerard A. Guilmette Lawrence | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Guilmette Middle School Lawrence | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| THE ISLAMIC ACADEMY FOR PEACE Methuen | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| ESPERANZA ACADEMY Lawrence | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01841 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,525
Median Home Value
$393,800
Median Rent
$1,565/mo
Population
52,761
College Educated
14.6%
Homeownership
32.3%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
19.2%
Median Age
31.5
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Richer Marlborough, MA | 2.4 |
| Sumner G. Whittier School Everett, MA | 2.4 |
| Union Hill School Worcester, MA | 2.4 |
| Veterans Early Learning Center Saugus, MA | 2.6 |
| Potter Road Framingham, MA | 2.7 |
| Hoosac Valley Elementary School Adams, MA | 2.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Arlington Elementary
What grades does Arlington Elementary serve?
Arlington Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Arlington Elementary?
Arlington Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 556 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Arlington Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Arlington Elementary is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Arlington Elementary rank in MA?
Arlington Elementary ranks #1,791 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Arlington Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Arlington Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Arlington Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Arlington Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Arlington Elementary a charter school?
No, Arlington Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Arlington Elementary a Title I school?
No, Arlington Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 556
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.6%
- Phone
- (978) 722-8311
Resources & Links
District
Lawrence- District Enrollment
- 13,008
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,208
- District Rank
- #26 of 26
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