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#158 of 1,791 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

8.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Lynnfield

#1 of 5

public schools

Massachusetts high schools

#34 of 366

In district

#1 of 5

Lynnfield

Equity

9.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Lynnfield High

Lynnfield High is a public high school in Lynnfield, MA, part of the Lynnfield. The school serves approximately 571 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 91.2th percentile among MA schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 75% proficiency in math, 23 points above the state average and 83% in reading/language arts, 23 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.4/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $171,044, where 61% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change-0.54 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.7Exceptional25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72%
Reading/ELA Proficiency82%
Math vs. State Avg+26.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+30 pts
Overall Proficiency77%
Expected (poverty-adj.)58%
vs. Expected+19.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
College Readiness8.9Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation28.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.2Above Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,444

Lynnfield High — Students at Lynnfield High score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 75.4%
School
State
52.0%
ELA Proficiency 82.6%
School
State
59.6%

Based on 22 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
77%
ELA
77.5%
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: 8.4/10.

How Lynnfield High Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
91th percentile in MA
Academic
9.7/10
9.7/10
Growth
8.4/10
Above average
Environment
6.2/10
Above average

Location

275 Essex Street, Lynnfield, MA 01940

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lynnfield High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Wakefield Memorial High (rated 7.2/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Wakefield), a more accessible option. Another option is Northeast Metro Regional Vocational (rated 6.2/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Wakefield), a more accessible option. Additionally, Peabody Veterans Memorial High (rated 4.6/10, 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 5.8
Lynnfield Preschool Lynnfield 0.5 mi 6.1
Lynnfield Middle School Lynnfield 0.9 mi 6.2
Huckleberry Hill Lynnfield 1.2 mi 5.5
West Memorial Peabody 1.2 mi 5.8
John E Burke Peabody 1.7 mi 6.4
ODYSSEY DAY SCHOOL Wakefield 1.8 mi 4.1
John E. McCarthy Peabody 1.6 mi 4.5
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 6.1
Woodville School Wakefield 3.0 mi 8.7
Northeast Metro Regional Vocational Wakefield 3.1 mi 6.2
Wakefield Memorial High Wakefield 3.1 mi 7.2
Fuller Meadow Middleton 3.3 mi 7.0
Galvin Middle School Wakefield 3.3 mi 7.9
J Warren Killam Reading 2.9 mi 7.6
L D Batchelder North Reading 3.4 mi 8.0
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Wakefield 3.5 mi 4.7
Peabody Veterans Memorial High Peabody 3.0 mi 4.6

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Lynnfield High has a median household income of $171,044. It is a well-educated community where 61% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $891,100, with a median rent of $2,333/month. The local poverty rate of 6.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Medfield Senior High Medfield, MA 8.4
Quincy Upper School Boston, MA 8.4
Scituate High School Scituate, MA 8.4
Tewksbury Memorial High Tewksbury, MA 8.4
Hamilton-Wenham Regional High South Hamilton, MA 8.5
North Reading High North Reading, MA 8.5

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 is ranked #158 out of 1,791 schools in MA.

What is Lynnfield High's MySchoolScout rating?

Lynnfield High has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Lynnfield High?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Lynnfield High has 75.4% math proficiency and 82.6% reading/ELA proficiency.

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
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (955/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Lynnfield). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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