Below Average
#1365 of 1,793 schools in MA
Based on limited data
James F Hennessey
Elementary School · Lawrence
122 Hancock Street, Lawrence, MA 01841
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 24 schools in Lawrence. Learn more
Enrollment
282
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
282
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,365 of 1,793
In Lawrence
#13 of 29
public schools
In district
#11 of 26
Lawrence
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James F Hennessey
Elementary School in Lawrence · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About James F Hennessey
James F Hennessey is a public elementary school in Lawrence, MA, part of Lawrence. James F Hennessey serves approximately 282 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. James F Hennessey has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,365 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 4.6
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, James F Hennessey sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Test Scores
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How James F Hennessey Compares
See how James F Hennessey performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
122 Hancock Street, Lawrence, MA 01841
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James F Hennessey may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Robert Frost (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Emily G Wetherbee (rated 5.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LAWRENCE CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 4.8/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lawrence, see our Lawrence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gerard A. Guilmette Lawrence | 0.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Guilmette Middle School Lawrence | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Alexander B Bruce Lawrence | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Lawrence Family Public Academy Lawrence | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| GLCAC CHILD CARE CENTER Lawrence | 0.5 mi | — |
| Emily G Wetherbee Lawrence | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Lawrence Family Development Charter School Lawrence | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| BLESSED STEPHEN BELLESINI O.S.A. ACADEMY Lawrence | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Robert Frost Lawrence | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Frost Middle School Lawrence | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Oliver Elementary School Lawrence | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| High School Learning Center Lawrence | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| LAWRENCE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Lawrence | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| RISE Academy Lawrence | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Francis M Leahy Lawrence | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| School for Exceptional Studies Lawrence | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Oliver Middle School Lawrence | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Gr Lawrence Regional Vocational Technical Andover | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Arlington Middle School Lawrence | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Arlington Elementary Lawrence | 1.4 mi | 2.4 |
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
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ESPIRITO SANTO PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Fall River, MA | 4.9 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Lowell, MA | 4.9 |
| ST BERNARD ELEMENTARY Fitchburg, MA | 4.9 |
| South Elementary Stoughton, MA | 4.9 |
| Tobin K-8 School Roxbury, MA | 4.9 |
| Washington Lowell, MA | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James F Hennessey
What grades does James F Hennessey serve?
James F Hennessey serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend James F Hennessey?
James F Hennessey has an enrollment of approximately 282 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James F Hennessey?
The student-teacher ratio at James F Hennessey is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James F Hennessey rank in MA?
James F Hennessey ranks #1,365 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is James F Hennessey's MySchoolScout rating?
James F Hennessey has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is James F Hennessey a charter school?
No, James F Hennessey is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James F Hennessey a Title I school?
No, James F Hennessey is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 282
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.7%
- Phone
- (978) 975-5950
Resources & Links
District
Lawrence- District Enrollment
- 13,008
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,208
- District Rank
- #11 of 26
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