Average
#729 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 41% in state
H.b. Lawrence School
Elementary School · Holyoke
156 Cabot Street, Holyoke, MA 01040
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#729 of 1,793
In Holyoke
#4 of 11
public schools
In district
#4 of 10
Holyoke
Academic growth
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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H.b. Lawrence School
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About H.b. Lawrence School
H.b. Lawrence School is a public elementary school in Holyoke, MA, part of Holyoke. H.b.
Lawrence School serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. H.b. Lawrence School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #729 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for H.b. Lawrence School show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at H.b. Lawrence 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.
34% of students at H.b. Lawrence 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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H.b. Lawrence School — Students at H.b. Lawrence School score 4% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 3%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 46 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.0/10.
How H.b. Lawrence School Compares
See how H.b. Lawrence School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
156 Cabot Street, Holyoke, MA 01040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering H.b. Lawrence School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. E N White Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kelly Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Morgan Full Service Community School (rated 6.5/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Holyoke, see our Holyoke schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SPRINGDALE EDUCATION CENTER Holyoke | 0.1 mi | 7.7 |
| LIGHTHOUSE HOLYOKE Holyoke | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Morgan Full Service Community School Holyoke | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Holyoke High Holyoke | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| MATER DOLOROSA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Holyoke | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Kelly Elementary Holyoke | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Holyoke | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| NEW ENGLAND ADOLESCENT RESEARCH INSTITUTE Holyoke | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| CENTER SCHOOL Holyoke | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Joseph Metcalf School Holyoke | 1.1 mi | 2.9 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holyoke | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Holyoke Community Charter School Holyoke | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| E N White Elementary Holyoke | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Bellamy Middle Chicopee | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Holyoke STEM Academy Holyoke | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary Holyoke | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Lambert-Lavoie Chicopee | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Chicopee Comprehensive High School Chicopee | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Chicopee | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Gen John J Stefanik Chicopee | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,892
Median Home Value
$255,300
Median Rent
$1,016/mo
Population
37,949
College Educated
24.3%
Homeownership
41.6%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
23.7%
Median Age
39.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arthur T Talmadge Springfield, MA | 6.7 |
| Charlotte M Murkland Elementary Lowell, MA | 6.7 |
| Col John Robinson Westford, MA | 6.7 |
| Columbus Park Worcester, MA | 6.7 |
| Holland Elementary Holland, MA | 6.7 |
| Howe-Manning Middleton, MA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about H.b. Lawrence School
What grades does H.b. Lawrence School serve?
H.b. Lawrence School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend H.b. Lawrence School?
H.b. Lawrence School has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at H.b. Lawrence School?
The student-teacher ratio at H.b. Lawrence School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does H.b. Lawrence School rank in MA?
H.b. Lawrence School ranks #729 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is H.b. Lawrence School's MySchoolScout rating?
H.b. Lawrence School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 H.b. Lawrence School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, H.b. Lawrence School has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is H.b. Lawrence School a charter school?
No, H.b. Lawrence School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is H.b. Lawrence School a Title I school?
No, H.b. Lawrence School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 334
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.5%
- Phone
- (413) 534-2075
Resources & Links
District
Holyoke- District Enrollment
- 4,898
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,313
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
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