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John J Mcglynn Elementary School
Elementary School · Medford
3002 Mystic Valley Pkwy, Medford, MA 02155
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,074 of 1,793
In Medford
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
Medford
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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John J Mcglynn Elementary School
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About John J Mcglynn Elementary School
John J Mcglynn Elementary School is a public elementary school in Medford, MA, part of Medford. John J Mcglynn Elementary School serves approximately 499 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. John J Mcglynn Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,074 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for John J Mcglynn Elementary School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at John J Mcglynn Elementary 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.
Score Breakdown
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John J Mcglynn Elementary School — Students at John J Mcglynn Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.2/10.
How John J Mcglynn Elementary School Compares
See how John J Mcglynn Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3002 Mystic Valley Pkwy, Medford, MA 02155
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John J Mcglynn Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John F Kennedy (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Somerville), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Somerville Neighborhood (rated 8.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Somerville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Missituk Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Medford, see our Medford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John J. McGlynn Middle School Medford | 0.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Madeleine Dugger Andrews Medford | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Missituk Elementary School Medford | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Curtis-Tufts Medford | 0.7 mi | — |
| Arthur D Healey Somerville | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Milton Fuller Roberts Medford | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Winter Hill Community Somerville | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Medford | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Benjamin G Brown Somerville | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Somerville High Somerville | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Next Wave Junior High Somerville | 1.6 mi | — |
| Full Circle High School Somerville | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| ST THERESA SCHOOL Somerville | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Beebe Malden | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| E Somerville Community Somerville | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| John F Kennedy Somerville | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| West Somerville Neighborhood Somerville | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Capuano Early Childhood Center Somerville | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Madeline English School Everett | 1.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park Somerville | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02155 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,403
Median Home Value
$715,500
Median Rent
$2,483/mo
Population
61,276
College Educated
57.7%
Homeownership
53%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
35
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|---|---|
| Haley Pilot School Roslindale, MA | 5.8 |
| Houghton Elementary Sterling, MA | 5.8 |
| Hurley K-8 School Boston, MA | 5.8 |
| Major Edwards Elementary West Boylston, MA | 5.8 |
| Oak Bluffs Elementary Oak Bluffs, MA | 5.8 |
| Palmer River Rehoboth, MA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John J Mcglynn Elementary School
What grades does John J Mcglynn Elementary School serve?
John J Mcglynn Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend John J Mcglynn Elementary School?
John J Mcglynn Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 499 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John J Mcglynn Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at John J Mcglynn Elementary School 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 John J Mcglynn Elementary School rank in MA?
John J Mcglynn Elementary School ranks #1,074 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is John J Mcglynn Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
John J Mcglynn Elementary 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.
What are the test scores at John J Mcglynn Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John J Mcglynn Elementary School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is John J Mcglynn Elementary School a charter school?
No, John J Mcglynn Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John J Mcglynn Elementary School a Title I school?
No, John J Mcglynn Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 499
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.0%
- Phone
- (781) 393-2333
Resources & Links
District
Medford- District Enrollment
- 4,134
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,542
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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