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John K Tarbox
Elementary School · Lawrence
59 Alder Street, Lawrence, MA 01841
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.6
Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.6
Grades
1st – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,145 of 1,793
In Lawrence
#8 of 29
public schools
In district
#7 of 26
Lawrence
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John K Tarbox
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About John K Tarbox
John K Tarbox is a public elementary school in Lawrence, MA, part of Lawrence. John K Tarbox serves approximately 274 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. John K Tarbox has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,145 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for John K Tarbox show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 4.6
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at John K Tarbox 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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John K Tarbox — Students at John K Tarbox score 23% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 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: 6.3/10.
How John K Tarbox Compares
See how John K Tarbox performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
59 Alder Street, Lawrence, MA 01841
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John K Tarbox may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MONICA SCHOOL (rated 4.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Methuen), with a comparable rating. Another option is Donald P Timony Grammar (rated 4.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Methuen), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Tenney Grammar School (rated 4.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Methuen), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lawrence, see our Lawrence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Arlington Middle School Lawrence | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Arlington Elementary Lawrence | 0.2 mi | 2.4 |
| Lawlor Early Childhood Center Lawrence | 0.3 mi | 3.7 |
| RISE Academy Lawrence | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Oliver Elementary School Lawrence | 0.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Francis M Leahy Lawrence | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| School for Exceptional Studies Lawrence | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Oliver Middle School Lawrence | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| BLESSED STEPHEN BELLESINI O.S.A. ACADEMY Lawrence | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Lawrence Family Development Charter School Lawrence | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Donald P Timony Grammar Methuen | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| NOTRE DAME CRISTO REY HIGH SCHOOL Methuen | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| ESPERANZA ACADEMY Lawrence | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Methuen High Methuen | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| ST MONICA SCHOOL Methuen | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Tenney Grammar School Methuen | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Alexander B Bruce Lawrence | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Gerard A. Guilmette Lawrence | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Guilmette Middle School Lawrence | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Lawrence Lawrence | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Charlton Elementary Charlton, MA | 5.6 |
| Donald Ross Braintree, MA | 5.6 |
| Forest Avenue Elementary Hudson, MA | 5.6 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION NEWBURYPORT Newburyport, MA | 5.6 |
| Lee Elementary Lee, MA | 5.6 |
| ST AGATHA SCHOOL Milton, MA | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John K Tarbox
What grades does John K Tarbox serve?
John K Tarbox serves students in grades 1st through 5th.
How many students attend John K Tarbox?
John K Tarbox has an enrollment of approximately 274 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John K Tarbox?
The student-teacher ratio at John K Tarbox is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John K Tarbox rank in MA?
John K Tarbox ranks #1,145 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is John K Tarbox's MySchoolScout rating?
John K Tarbox has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 K Tarbox?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John K Tarbox has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is John K Tarbox a charter school?
No, John K Tarbox is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John K Tarbox a Title I school?
No, John K Tarbox is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 1st – 5th
- Enrollment
- 274
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.4%
- Phone
- (978) 975-5983
Resources & Links
District
Lawrence- District Enrollment
- 13,008
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,208
- District Rank
- #7 of 26
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