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Lynn Vocational Technical Institute

School · Lynn

80 Neptune Blvd, Lynn, MA 01902

Enrollment

1,557

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,427 of 1,793

In Lynn

#9 of 27

public schools

In district

#8 of 26

Lynn

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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4.7/10

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About Lynn Vocational Technical Institute

Lynn Vocational Technical Institute is a public school in Lynn, MA, part of Lynn. Lynn Vocational Technical Institute serves approximately 1,557 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lynn Vocational Technical Institute has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,427 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Lynn Vocational Technical Institute show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.4
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.9Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-23.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-7.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
College Readiness5.2Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate93%
AP Participation2.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,899
Chronic Absenteeism22.9%

Lynn Vocational Technical Institute — Students at Lynn Vocational Technical Institute score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 29.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.8% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 41.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.6% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 74 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
38%
ELA
51%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
78%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
37.5%
2020*
Math
18%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
16.5%
ELA
28.5%
2022
Math
18.3%
ELA
29.8%
2023
Math
19%
ELA
33%
2024
Math
18.3%
ELA
25.3%
2025
Math
16%
ELA
21.3%

* 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: 2.9/10.

How Lynn Vocational Technical Institute Compares

See how Lynn Vocational Technical Institute performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
21th percentile in MA
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.9
Sports
10
5 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

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

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
2.8% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics10sports offered
5 boys'·5 girls'·14 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

80 Neptune Blvd, Lynn, MA 01902

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lynn Vocational Technical Institute may also want to explore other schools in the area. SACRED HEART SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fredrick Douglass Collegiate Academy (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fecteau-Leary Junior/Senior High School (rated 5.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lynn, see our Lynn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Washington Elementary School Lynn 0.2 mi 4.3
JOI CHILD CARE CENTER Lynn 0.2 mi
Fecteau-Leary Junior/Senior High School Lynn 0.3 mi 5.7
Cobbet Elementary Lynn 0.4 mi 3.3
Wm P Connery Lynn 0.4 mi 3.0
KIPP Academy Lynn Charter School Lynn 0.6 mi 5.7
Fredrick Douglass Collegiate Academy Lynn 0.5 mi 7.3
Robert L Ford Lynn 0.9 mi 4.0
A Drewicz Elementary Lynn 0.7 mi 3.5
Tracy Lynn 0.9 mi 4.6
E J Harrington Lynn 0.9 mi 3.1
William R Fallon Lynn 1.0 mi
Sewell-Anderson Lynn 1.2 mi 5.0
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lynn 1.1 mi 7.6
Lynn English High Lynn 1.3 mi 3.0
ST PIUS V SCHOOL Lynn 1.4 mi 5.2
Ingalls Lynn 1.2 mi 3.4
Lincoln-Thomson Lynn 1.3 mi 4.0
Brickett Elementary Lynn 1.3 mi 2.9
Hood Lynn 1.5 mi 3.0

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

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School Rating
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BUCKINGHAM BROWNE & NICHOLS SCHOOL Cambridge, MA 4.9
Greater Commonwealth Virtual School Greenfield, MA 4.4
Springfield International Charter School Springfield, MA 4.4
MATCH Charter Public School Boston, MA 5.1
Foxborough Regional Charter School Foxborough, MA 4.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lynn Vocational Technical Institute

What grades does Lynn Vocational Technical Institute serve?

Lynn Vocational Technical Institute serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Lynn Vocational Technical Institute?

Lynn Vocational Technical Institute has an enrollment of approximately 1,557 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lynn Vocational Technical Institute?

The student-teacher ratio at Lynn Vocational Technical Institute 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 Lynn Vocational Technical Institute rank in MA?

Lynn Vocational Technical Institute ranks #1,427 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Lynn Vocational Technical Institute's MySchoolScout rating?

Lynn Vocational Technical Institute has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Lynn Vocational Technical Institute?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lynn Vocational Technical Institute has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lynn Vocational Technical Institute a charter school?

No, Lynn Vocational Technical Institute is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lynn Vocational Technical Institute a Title I school?

No, Lynn Vocational Technical Institute is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
1,557
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
129
Type
vocational
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.9%
4-Year Graduation
93.0%

District

Lynn
District Enrollment
16,022
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,899
District Rank
#8 of 26

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