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Lawrence W Pingree

Elementary School · Weymouth

1250 Commercial Street, Weymouth, MA 02189

Enrollment

266

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#709 of 1,793

In Weymouth

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#3 of 11

Weymouth

Equity

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Lawrence W Pingree

6.8/10

Elementary School in Weymouth · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.6/10

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About Lawrence W Pingree

Lawrence W Pingree is a public elementary school in Weymouth, MA, part of Weymouth. Lawrence W Pingree serves approximately 266 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lawrence W Pingree has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #709 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Lawrence W Pingree show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+8.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.4 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+1.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,436
Chronic Absenteeism22.9%

Lawrence W Pingree — Students at Lawrence W Pingree score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
41.8% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 52.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.8% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 72 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
62%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
64.7%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
34.5%
ELA
52.3%
2022
Math
42.3%
ELA
45.8%
2023
Math
39%
ELA
41.3%
2024
Math
47.3%
ELA
46%
2025
Math
51%
ELA
48%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Lawrence W Pingree Compares

See how Lawrence W Pingree performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
61th percentile in MA
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
5.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

Location

1250 Commercial Street, Weymouth, MA 02189

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lawrence W Pingree may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Plymouth River (rated 9.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Hingham), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Hingham), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wm L Foster Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Hingham), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Weymouth, see our Weymouth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Maria Weston Chapman Middle School Weymouth 0.5 mi 6.6
Academy Avenue Weymouth 0.9 mi 8.1
SOUTH SHORE CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC PRESCHOOL Hingham 1.3 mi
Plymouth River Hingham 1.3 mi 9.5
William Seach Weymouth 1.8 mi 3.6
SU ESCUELA LANGUAGE ACADEMY/SELA THE INTERNATIONAL Hingham 2.1 mi 6.3
Johnson Early Childhood Center Weymouth 1.9 mi 4.0
Wessagusset North Weymouth 2.2 mi 7.7
Frederick C Murphy Weymouth 2.0 mi 4.7
Weymouth High School Weymouth 2.6 mi 6.0
SOUTH SHORE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Weymouth 2.1 mi 8.3
FUSION HINGHAM Hingham 2.7 mi
Wm L Foster Elementary Hingham 2.7 mi 8.2
Ralph Talbot South Weymouth 2.9 mi 6.0
ST PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hingham 2.5 mi 4.3
South Elementary Hingham 2.4 mi 8.5
OLD COLONY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hingham 2.9 mi 5.3
DERBY ACADEMY Hingham 2.7 mi 6.8
FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Weymouth 2.7 mi 5.4
Thomas V Nash Weymouth 2.7 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02189 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,842

Median Home Value

$463,300

Median Rent

$1,732/mo

Population

15,231

College Educated

40.9%

Homeownership

64.2%

Avg Commute

34.6 min

Poverty Rate

11%

Median Age

42.5

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BROOKWOOD SCHOOL Manchester, MA 6.8
Baldwin Early Learning Pilot Academy Brighton, MA 6.8
Clark St Community Worcester, MA 6.8
DERBY ACADEMY Hingham, MA 6.8
Eastford Road Southbridge, MA 6.8
F A Cleveland Norwood, MA 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lawrence W Pingree

What grades does Lawrence W Pingree serve?

Lawrence W Pingree serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Lawrence W Pingree?

Lawrence W Pingree has an enrollment of approximately 266 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lawrence W Pingree?

The student-teacher ratio at Lawrence W Pingree is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lawrence W Pingree rank in MA?

Lawrence W Pingree ranks #709 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Lawrence W Pingree's MySchoolScout rating?

Lawrence W Pingree has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Lawrence W Pingree?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lawrence W Pingree has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lawrence W Pingree a charter school?

No, Lawrence W Pingree is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lawrence W Pingree a Title I school?

No, Lawrence W Pingree is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

District

Weymouth
District Enrollment
5,641
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,436
District Rank
#3 of 11

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