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Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School

School · KIPP Academy Lynn Charter (District)

90 High Rock Street, Lynn, MA 01902

Charter

Enrollment

1,615

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,090 of 1,793

In Lynn

#4 of 27

public schools

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5.7/10

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About Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School

Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School is a public school in Lynn, MA, part of KIPP Academy Lynn Charter (District). Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School serves approximately 1,615 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,090 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.4% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-9.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.6 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-9.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
College Readiness7.2Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation13.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,200
Chronic Absenteeism21.5%

Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School — Students at Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.4% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 42.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 142 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
63%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
38%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
84%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
86%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
46.2%
ELA
43.5%
2019
Math
54.1%
ELA
53.3%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
28.4%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
37.8%
ELA
37.8%
2023
Math
40%
ELA
31.9%
2024
Math
35.6%
ELA
29.6%
2025
Math
32.4%
ELA
32%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School Compares

See how Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
39th percentile in MA
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
5.7/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
6
3 boys' · 3 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
116 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
13.1% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics6sports offered
3 boys'·3 girls'·6 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

90 High Rock Street, Lynn, MA 01902

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Fredrick Douglass Collegiate Academy (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Aborn (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORTH SHORE CHRISTIAN (rated 6.0/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lynn, see our Lynn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Robert L Ford Lynn 0.3 mi 4.0
Cobbet Elementary Lynn 0.3 mi 3.3
Fecteau-Leary Junior/Senior High School Lynn 0.4 mi 5.7
JOI CHILD CARE CENTER Lynn 0.5 mi
Washington Elementary School Lynn 0.5 mi 4.3
Fredrick Douglass Collegiate Academy Lynn 0.6 mi 7.3
Lynn Vocational Technical Institute Lynn 0.6 mi 4.7
Lynn English High Lynn 0.7 mi 3.0
E J Harrington Lynn 0.6 mi 3.1
ST PIUS V SCHOOL Lynn 0.8 mi 5.2
Ingalls Lynn 0.7 mi 3.4
Wm P Connery Lynn 0.8 mi 3.0
Hood Lynn 0.9 mi 3.0
Tracy Lynn 0.9 mi 4.6
Brickett Elementary Lynn 0.9 mi 2.9
Sewell-Anderson Lynn 1.0 mi 5.0
Aborn Lynn 1.1 mi 7.1
Thurgood Marshall Mid Lynn 1.0 mi 3.8
Edward A Sisson Lynn 1.4 mi 3.4
NORTH SHORE CHRISTIAN Lynn 1.4 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01902 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,755

Median Home Value

$456,000

Median Rent

$1,571/mo

Population

51,680

College Educated

20.4%

Homeownership

40.6%

Avg Commute

31.4 min

Poverty Rate

16.2%

Median Age

35.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
South Shore Charter Public School Norwell, MA 5.8
MATCH Charter Public School Boston, MA 5.1
BUCKINGHAM BROWNE & NICHOLS SCHOOL Cambridge, MA 4.9
Lynn Vocational Technical Institute Lynn, MA 4.7
Atlantis Charter School Fall River, MA 4.5
Greater Commonwealth Virtual School Greenfield, MA 4.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School

What grades does Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School serve?

Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School?

Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 1,615 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School rank in MA?

Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School ranks #1,090 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School a Title I school?

No, Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
89 Very Walkable
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
1,615
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
116
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.5%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

KIPP Academy Lynn Charter (District)
District Enrollment
1,615
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,200
District Rank
#1 of 1

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