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Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School

High School · Lynn

33 North Common Street, Lynn, MA 01902

Enrollment

88

Student-Teacher

2.9:1

Score

5.7

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,111 of 1,793

In Lynn

#5 of 27

public schools

In district

#4 of 26

Lynn

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School

5.7/10

High School in Lynn · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School

Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School is a public high school in Lynn, MA, part of Lynn. Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School serves approximately 88 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 2.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,111 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 4.3
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 88 students, Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 2.9:1 students to teachers, Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.4Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile7th
College Readiness4.4Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate49.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio2.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,899

Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School — Students at Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores MA EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 9.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 25.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 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
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2010
Math
5%
ELA
24.5%
2011
Math
5%
ELA
24.5%
2012
Math
5%
ELA
34.5%
2013
Math
15%
ELA
44.5%
2014
Math
15%
ELA
44.5%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
44.5%
2016
Math
5%
ELA
34.5%
2017
Math
10%
ELA
34.5%
2018
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2019
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
10%
ELA
10%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School Compares

See how Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
38th percentile in MA
Academic
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

33 North Common Street, Lynn, MA 01902

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SACRED HEART SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fredrick Douglass Collegiate Academy (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP Academy Lynn Charter School (rated 5.7/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lynn, see our Lynn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Cobbet Elementary Lynn 0.0 mi 3.3
Washington Elementary School Lynn 0.2 mi 4.3
Lynn Vocational Technical Institute Lynn 0.3 mi 4.7
JOI CHILD CARE CENTER Lynn 0.3 mi
KIPP Academy Lynn Charter School Lynn 0.4 mi 5.7
Wm P Connery Lynn 0.5 mi 3.0
Robert L Ford Lynn 0.6 mi 4.0
Fredrick Douglass Collegiate Academy Lynn 0.6 mi 7.3
Tracy Lynn 0.7 mi 4.6
A Drewicz Elementary Lynn 0.8 mi 3.5
Sewell-Anderson Lynn 0.9 mi 5.0
E J Harrington Lynn 0.8 mi 3.1
William R Fallon Lynn 0.8 mi
ST PIUS V SCHOOL Lynn 1.1 mi 5.2
Lynn English High Lynn 1.0 mi 3.0
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lynn 1.0 mi 7.6
Ingalls Lynn 1.1 mi 3.4
Hood Lynn 1.3 mi 3.0
Edward A Sisson Lynn 1.5 mi 3.4
Lincoln-Thomson Lynn 1.1 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01902 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,755

Median Home Value

$456,000

Median Rent

$1,571/mo

Population

51,680

College Educated

20.4%

Homeownership

40.6%

Avg Commute

31.4 min

Poverty Rate

16.2%

Median Age

35.8

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Lyon High School Brighton, MA 5.8
Gateway Academy Haverhill, MA 5.9
GIFFORD SCHOOL Weston, MA 5.4
LIGHTHOUSE HOLYOKE Holyoke, MA 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School

What grades does Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School serve?

Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School?

Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 88 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School is 2.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School rank in MA?

Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School ranks #1,111 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School a charter school?

No, Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School a Title I school?

No, Fecteau-leary Junior/senior High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
92 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
88
Student-Teacher Ratio
2.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
4-Year Graduation
49.5%

District

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

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