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John Breen School
Elementary School · Lawrence
114 Osgood Street, Lawrence, MA 01843
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 24 schools in Lawrence. Learn more
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,072 of 1,793
In Lawrence
#6 of 29
public schools
In district
#5 of 26
Lawrence
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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John Breen School
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About John Breen School
John Breen School is a public elementary school in Lawrence, MA, part of Lawrence. John Breen School serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. John Breen School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,072 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 4.6
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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How John Breen School Compares
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Funding & Resources
Location
114 Osgood Street, Lawrence, MA 01843
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Breen School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomson (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby North Andover), which scores notably higher. Another option is Robert Frost (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, South Lawrence East Elementary School (rated 6.0/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lawrence, see our Lawrence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South Lawrence East Elementary School Lawrence | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Spark Academy Lawrence | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Lawrence High School Lawrence | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| LAWRENCE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Lawrence | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Thomson North Andover | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| High School Learning Center Lawrence | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Lawrence Lawrence | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Leonard Middle School Lawrence | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Community Day Charter Public School Lawrence | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| ESPERANZA ACADEMY Lawrence | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| ST MICHAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Andover | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Rollins Early Childhood Center Lawrence | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Emily G Wetherbee Lawrence | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Shawsheen School Andover | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Francis M Leahy Lawrence | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| School for Exceptional Studies Lawrence | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Oliver Middle School Lawrence | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Robert Frost Lawrence | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Frost Middle School Lawrence | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Edward F. Parthum Lawrence | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01843 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,163
Median Home Value
$393,700
Median Rent
$1,703/mo
Population
28,444
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
35.9%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
33.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Everett Elementary School Dorchester, MA | 5.8 |
| Holmes Elementary School Dorchester, MA | 5.8 |
| Houghton Elementary Sterling, MA | 5.8 |
| Hurley K-8 School Boston, MA | 5.8 |
| MOUNT ALVERNIA ACADEMY Chestnut Hill, MA | 5.8 |
| Memorial West Springfield, MA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Breen School
What grades does John Breen School serve?
John Breen School serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend John Breen School?
John Breen School has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Breen School?
The student-teacher ratio at John Breen School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Breen School rank in MA?
John Breen School ranks #1,072 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is John Breen School's MySchoolScout rating?
John Breen School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is John Breen School a charter school?
No, John Breen School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Breen School a Title I school?
No, John Breen School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 258
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.6%
- Phone
- (978) 975-5932
Resources & Links
District
Lawrence- District Enrollment
- 13,008
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,208
- District Rank
- #5 of 26
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