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Julia F Callahan
Elementary School · Lynn
200 O'Callaghan Way, Lynn, MA 01905
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,147 of 1,793
In Lynn
#6 of 27
public schools
In district
#5 of 26
Lynn
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Julia F Callahan
Elementary School in Lynn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Julia F Callahan
Julia F Callahan is a public elementary school in Lynn, MA, part of Lynn. Julia F Callahan serves approximately 394 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Julia F Callahan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,147 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Julia F Callahan show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 4.1
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Julia F Callahan 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.
33% of students at Julia F Callahan 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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Julia F Callahan — Students at Julia F Callahan score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
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: 6.4/10.
How Julia F Callahan Compares
See how Julia F Callahan performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
200 O'Callaghan Way, Lynn, MA 01905
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Julia F Callahan may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SACRED HEART SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sewell-Anderson (rated 5.0/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Lynn Woods (rated 5.0/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lynn, see our Lynn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Classical High Lynn | 0.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Breed Middle School Lynn | 0.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Lincoln-Thomson Lynn | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lynn | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| William R Fallon Lynn | 0.7 mi | — |
| A Drewicz Elementary Lynn | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Sewell-Anderson Lynn | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Tracy Lynn | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Wm P Connery Lynn | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| Veterans Early Learning Center Saugus | 1.3 mi | 2.6 |
| Fecteau-Leary Junior/Senior High School Lynn | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Cobbet Elementary Lynn | 1.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Lynn Vocational Technical Institute Lynn | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Belmonte STEAM Academy Saugus | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Washington Elementary School Lynn | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Lynn Woods Lynn | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Pickering Middle Lynn | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Edward A Sisson Lynn | 1.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Pioneer Charter School of Science II (PCSS-II) Saugus | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| JOI CHILD CARE CENTER Lynn | 1.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01905 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,341
Median Home Value
$443,200
Median Rent
$1,749/mo
Population
27,188
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
51%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
33.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Center School Stow, MA | 5.6 |
| Charlton Elementary Charlton, MA | 5.6 |
| Forest Avenue Elementary Hudson, MA | 5.6 |
| Gen John J Stefanik Chicopee, MA | 5.6 |
| Huckleberry Hill Lynnfield, MA | 5.6 |
| John H Duval Whitman, MA | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Julia F Callahan
What grades does Julia F Callahan serve?
Julia F Callahan serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Julia F Callahan?
Julia F Callahan has an enrollment of approximately 394 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Julia F Callahan?
The student-teacher ratio at Julia F Callahan is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Julia F Callahan rank in MA?
Julia F Callahan ranks #1,147 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Julia F Callahan's MySchoolScout rating?
Julia F Callahan 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 Julia F Callahan?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Julia F Callahan has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Julia F Callahan a charter school?
No, Julia F Callahan is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Julia F Callahan a Title I school?
No, Julia F Callahan is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 394
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.5%
- Phone
- (781) 477-7340
Resources & Links
District
Lynn- District Enrollment
- 16,022
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,899
- District Rank
- #5 of 26
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