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#852 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 48% in state
Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary
Elementary School · Holyoke
75 Kane Rd, Holyoke, MA 01040
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#852 of 1,793
In Holyoke
#6 of 11
public schools
In district
#6 of 10
Holyoke
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About Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary
Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary is a public elementary school in Holyoke, MA, part of Holyoke. Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary serves approximately 331 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #852 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Lt Elmer J Mcmahon 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
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Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary — Students at Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary score 17% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 3%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 116 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: 6.7/10.
How Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary Compares
See how Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
75 Kane Rd, Holyoke, MA 01040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. E N White Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Maurice A Donahue Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, H.B. Lawrence School (rated 6.7/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Holyoke, see our Holyoke schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maurice A Donahue Elementary Holyoke | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Gateway to College at Holyoke Community College Holyoke | 0.7 mi | — |
| Holyoke STEM Academy Holyoke | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Holyoke Community Charter School Holyoke | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holyoke | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Joseph Metcalf School Holyoke | 1.1 mi | 2.9 |
| CENTER SCHOOL Holyoke | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary Holyoke | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Holyoke | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Holyoke High Holyoke | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Gen John J Stefanik Chicopee | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| John Ashley West Springfield | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| H.B. Lawrence School Holyoke | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| SPRINGDALE EDUCATION CENTER Holyoke | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Morgan Full Service Community School Holyoke | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| LIGHTHOUSE HOLYOKE Holyoke | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| E N White Elementary Holyoke | 3.0 mi | 8.2 |
| MATER DOLOROSA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Holyoke | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Kelly Elementary Holyoke | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Szetela Early Childhood Center Chicopee | 2.9 mi | 3.9 |
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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| Archie T Morrison Braintree, MA | 6.4 |
| Cabot Newtonville, MA | 6.4 |
| Crosby Pittsfield, MA | 6.4 |
| Francis W Parker Quincy, MA | 6.4 |
| Greenwood Sarah K-8 School Dorchester, MA | 6.4 |
| Hiram L Dorman Springfield, MA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary
What grades does Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary serve?
Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary?
Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 331 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary rank in MA?
Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary ranks #852 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary a charter school?
No, Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 331
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.8%
- Phone
- (413) 534-2062
Resources & Links
District
Holyoke- District Enrollment
- 4,898
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,313
- District Rank
- #6 of 10
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