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#155 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 9% in state

Lynnfield High

High School · Lynnfield

275 Essex Street, Lynnfield, MA 01940

Enrollment

571

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

8.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#155 of 1,793

In Lynnfield

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Lynnfield

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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8.7/10

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About Lynnfield High

Lynnfield High is a public high school in Lynnfield, MA, part of Lynnfield. Lynnfield High serves approximately 571 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lynnfield High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #155 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Lynnfield High show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.3 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency78% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+20.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+26 pts
Overall Proficiency72% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+15.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College Readiness8.7Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation28.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,903
Chronic Absenteeism9.3%

Lynnfield High — Students at Lynnfield High score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 84.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 89.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.6% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 44 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
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2017
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
77.5%
2020*
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2021*
Math
81%
ELA
91.5%
2022
Math
71%
ELA
81%
2023
Math
77%
ELA
80%
2024
Math
78%
ELA
85%
2025
Math
66%
ELA
78%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Lynnfield High Compares

See how Lynnfield High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
91th percentile in MA
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
26
13 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
28.7% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics26sports offered
13 boys'·13 girls'·43 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

275 Essex Street, Lynnfield, MA 01940

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lynnfield High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Northeast Metro Regional Vocational (rated 7.9/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Wakefield), with a comparable rating. Another option is Wakefield Memorial High (rated 7.0/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Wakefield), a more accessible option. Additionally, Peabody Veterans Memorial High (rated 4.1/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Peabody), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lynnfield, see our Lynnfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Summer Street Lynnfield 0.5 mi 5.9
Lynnfield Preschool Lynnfield 0.5 mi 4.8
Lynnfield Middle School Lynnfield 0.9 mi 7.0
Huckleberry Hill Lynnfield 1.2 mi 5.6
West Memorial Peabody 1.2 mi 7.4
John E Burke Peabody 1.7 mi 6.5
ODYSSEY DAY SCHOOL Wakefield 1.8 mi 4.1
John E. McCarthy Peabody 1.6 mi 4.4
COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Peabody 1.6 mi 6.0
OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION SCH Lynnfield 2.2 mi 5.5
Dolbeare Wakefield 2.2 mi 7.5
Woodville School Wakefield 3.0 mi 9.2
Northeast Metro Regional Vocational Wakefield 3.1 mi 7.9
Wakefield Memorial High Wakefield 3.1 mi 7.0
Fuller Meadow Middleton 3.3 mi 9.8
Galvin Middle School Wakefield 3.3 mi 8.6
J Warren Killam Reading 2.9 mi 8.6
L D Batchelder North Reading 3.4 mi 8.6
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Wakefield 3.5 mi 4.7
Peabody Veterans Memorial High Peabody 3.0 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01940 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$171,044

Median Home Value

$891,100

Median Rent

$2,333/mo

Population

13,183

College Educated

61.2%

Homeownership

86.9%

Avg Commute

32.4 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

41.5

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Hamilton-Wenham Regional High South Hamilton, MA 8.7
Medfield Senior High Medfield, MA 8.7
North Reading High North Reading, MA 8.7
Tewksbury Memorial High Tewksbury, MA 8.7
Ipswich High Ipswich, MA 8.8
Norwell High Norwell, MA 8.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lynnfield High

What grades does Lynnfield High serve?

Lynnfield High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Lynnfield High?

Lynnfield High has an enrollment of approximately 571 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lynnfield High?

The student-teacher ratio at Lynnfield High is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lynnfield High rank in MA?

Lynnfield High ranks #155 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Lynnfield High's MySchoolScout rating?

Lynnfield High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Lynnfield High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lynnfield High has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lynnfield High a charter school?

No, Lynnfield High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lynnfield High a Title I school?

No, Lynnfield High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
571
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.3%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Lynnfield
District Enrollment
2,186
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,903
District Rank
#1 of 5

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