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Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary

Middle School · Holyoke

400 Jarvis Avenue, Holyoke, MA 01040

Enrollment

494

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

5.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,337 of 1,793

In Holyoke

#10 of 11

public schools

In district

#9 of 10

Holyoke

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Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary

5.0/10

Middle School in Holyoke · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary

Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary is a public middle school in Holyoke, MA, part of Holyoke. Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary serves approximately 494 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,337 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.5
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.66 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency6% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency11.2% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-36.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-31.6 pts
Overall Proficiency9% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)3% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+5.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment6.4Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,313
Chronic Absenteeism33.6%

Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary — Students at Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary score 9% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 3%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 15.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.4% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 20.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 120 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
36%
ELA
43%
2010
Math
34%
ELA
44%
2011
Math
33%
ELA
43%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
40%
2013
Math
36%
ELA
38%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
18.1%
ELA
26.7%
2019
Math
25.6%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
6%
ELA
14%
2021*
Math
6.4%
ELA
13.7%
2022
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2023
Math
6.2%
ELA
11.2%
2024
Math
5%
ELA
8.3%
2025
Math
6%
ELA
11.3%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary Compares

See how Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
26th percentile in MA
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
6.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.6%

Location

400 Jarvis Avenue, Holyoke, MA 01040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Holyoke STEM Academy (rated 5.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Joseph Metcalf School (rated 2.9/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Holyoke, see our Holyoke schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Gateway to College at Holyoke Community College Holyoke 0.9 mi
FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Holyoke 0.8 mi 4.7
CENTER SCHOOL Holyoke 0.9 mi 8.2
BLESSED SACRAMENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holyoke 1.0 mi 5.1
Joseph Metcalf School Holyoke 1.1 mi 2.9
Lt Elmer J McMahon Elementary Holyoke 1.5 mi 6.4
Holyoke High Holyoke 1.1 mi 5.3
Holyoke Community Charter School Holyoke 1.6 mi 5.0
E N White Elementary Holyoke 1.6 mi 8.2
Maurice A Donahue Elementary Holyoke 2.0 mi 6.7
Holyoke STEM Academy Holyoke 2.0 mi 5.5
H.B. Lawrence School Holyoke 1.6 mi 6.7
SPRINGDALE EDUCATION CENTER Holyoke 1.7 mi 7.7
Morgan Full Service Community School Holyoke 2.0 mi 6.5
LIGHTHOUSE HOLYOKE Holyoke 2.0 mi 6.0
MATER DOLOROSA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Holyoke 2.1 mi 6.3
Kelly Elementary Holyoke 2.3 mi 6.7
Gen John J Stefanik Chicopee 3.1 mi 5.6
NEW ENGLAND ADOLESCENT RESEARCH INSTITUTE Holyoke 2.5 mi 7.3
Mountain View School Easthampton 3.6 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,892

Median Home Value

$255,300

Median Rent

$1,016/mo

Population

37,949

College Educated

24.3%

Homeownership

41.6%

Avg Commute

19.4 min

Poverty Rate

23.7%

Median Age

39.1

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Arlington Middle School Lawrence, MA 4.9
Collins Middle Salem, MA 5.1
Fuller Middle Framingham, MA 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary

What grades does Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary serve?

Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary?

Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 494 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary rank in MA?

Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary ranks #1,337 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary a charter school?

No, Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary a Title I school?

No, Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hampden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.6%

District

Holyoke
District Enrollment
4,898
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,313
District Rank
#9 of 10

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