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Edward a Sisson

Elementary School · Lynn

58 Conomo Avenue, Lynn, MA 01904

Enrollment

427

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

3.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,715 of 1,793

In Lynn

#19 of 27

public schools

In district

#18 of 26

Lynn

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Edward a Sisson

3.4/10

Elementary School in Lynn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.4/10

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About Edward a Sisson

Edward a Sisson is a public elementary school in Lynn, MA, part of Lynn. Edward a Sisson serves approximately 427 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Edward a Sisson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,715 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Edward a Sisson show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.1
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-4.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-23.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.9 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,899
Chronic Absenteeism29.7%

Edward a Sisson — Students at Edward a Sisson score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 45.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
68%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
65%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
46.3%
ELA
53.5%
2019
Math
58.5%
ELA
56.3%
2020*
Math
18%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
16.5%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
22.5%
ELA
28.5%
2023
Math
25.3%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
19%
ELA
20.7%
2025
Math
18.7%
ELA
25.7%

* 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: 1.6/10.

How Edward a Sisson Compares

See how Edward a Sisson performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.4/10
4th percentile in MA
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.7%

Location

58 Conomo Avenue, Lynn, MA 01904

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Edward a Sisson may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Aborn (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Captain Samuel Brown (rated 6.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Peabody), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORTH SHORE CHRISTIAN (rated 6.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lynn, see our Lynn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Pickering Middle Lynn 0.1 mi 4.4
NORTH SHORE CHRISTIAN Lynn 0.3 mi 6.0
ST PIUS V SCHOOL Lynn 0.6 mi 5.2
Sewell-Anderson Lynn 1.0 mi 5.0
Lynn Woods Lynn 1.0 mi 5.0
Lynn English High Lynn 1.0 mi 3.0
Robert L Ford Lynn 1.2 mi 4.0
Tracy Lynn 1.3 mi 4.6
KIPP Academy Lynn Charter School Lynn 1.4 mi 5.7
Hood Lynn 1.1 mi 3.0
Cobbet Elementary Lynn 1.5 mi 3.3
William R Fallon Lynn 1.4 mi
Fecteau-Leary Junior/Senior High School Lynn 1.5 mi 5.7
Captain Samuel Brown Peabody 1.5 mi 6.1
Washington Elementary School Lynn 1.7 mi 4.3
Wm P Connery Lynn 1.8 mi 3.0
Ingalls Lynn 1.5 mi 3.4
Aborn Lynn 1.4 mi 7.1
LITTLE THEATRE SCHOOL NURSERY AND KINDERGARTEN Lynn 1.5 mi
Lincoln-Thomson Lynn 1.6 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01904 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,597

Median Home Value

$515,100

Median Rent

$1,742/mo

Population

20,103

College Educated

32.2%

Homeownership

84.1%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

40.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Edward a Sisson

What grades does Edward a Sisson serve?

Edward a Sisson serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Edward a Sisson?

Edward a Sisson has an enrollment of approximately 427 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Edward a Sisson?

The student-teacher ratio at Edward a Sisson is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Edward a Sisson rank in MA?

Edward a Sisson ranks #1,715 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Edward a Sisson's MySchoolScout rating?

Edward a Sisson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Edward a Sisson?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Edward a Sisson has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Edward a Sisson a charter school?

No, Edward a Sisson is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Edward a Sisson a Title I school?

No, Edward a Sisson is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.7%

District

Lynn
District Enrollment
16,022
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,899
District Rank
#18 of 26

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