Needs Improvement
#1751 of 1,793 schools in MA
Breed Middle School
Middle School · Lynn
90 OCallaghan Way, Lynn, MA 01905
Enrollment
1,253
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
3.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,253
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
3.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,751 of 1,793
In Lynn
#22 of 27
public schools
In district
#21 of 26
Lynn
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Breed Middle School
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About Breed Middle School
Breed Middle School is a public middle school in Lynn, MA, part of Lynn. Breed Middle School serves approximately 1,253 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Breed Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,751 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Breed Middle School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.8
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Breed Middle School 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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Breed Middle School — Students at Breed Middle School score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 96 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: 3.0/10.
How Breed Middle School Compares
See how Breed Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
90 OCallaghan Way, Lynn, MA 01905
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Breed Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pioneer Charter School of Science II (PCSS-II) (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Saugus), which scores notably higher. Another option is SACRED HEART SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fecteau-Leary Junior/Senior High School (rated 5.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lynn, see our Lynn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Julia F Callahan Lynn | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Classical High Lynn | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Lincoln-Thomson Lynn | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lynn | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| William R Fallon Lynn | 0.7 mi | — |
| Sewell-Anderson Lynn | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Tracy Lynn | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| A Drewicz Elementary Lynn | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Wm P Connery Lynn | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
| Veterans Early Learning Center Saugus | 1.5 mi | 2.6 |
| Lynn Woods Lynn | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Fecteau-Leary Junior/Senior High School Lynn | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Cobbet Elementary Lynn | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Pickering Middle Lynn | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Edward A Sisson Lynn | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Lynn Vocational Technical Institute Lynn | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Washington Elementary School Lynn | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| LITTLE THEATRE SCHOOL NURSERY AND KINDERGARTEN Lynn | 2.2 mi | — |
| Belmonte STEAM Academy Saugus | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Pioneer Charter School of Science II (PCSS-II) Saugus | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01905 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,341
Median Home Value
$443,200
Median Rent
$1,749/mo
Population
27,188
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
51%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
33.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Stacy Middle Milford, MA | 3.3 |
| 1 LT Charles W. Whitcomb School Marlborough, MA | 3.8 |
| Thurgood Marshall Mid Lynn, MA | 3.8 |
| West Springfield Middle West Springfield, MA | 4.3 |
| J Henry Higgins Middle Peabody, MA | 4.5 |
| O'Donnell Middle School Stoughton, MA | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Breed Middle School
What grades does Breed Middle School serve?
Breed Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Breed Middle School?
Breed Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,253 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Breed Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Breed Middle School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Breed Middle School rank in MA?
Breed Middle School ranks #1,751 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Breed Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Breed Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Breed Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Breed Middle School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Breed Middle School a charter school?
No, Breed Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Breed Middle School a Title I school?
No, Breed Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,253
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 93
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.2%
- Phone
- (781) 477-7330
Resources & Links
District
Lynn- District Enrollment
- 16,022
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,899
- District Rank
- #21 of 26
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