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#703 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 39% in state

Mary M Lynch

Elementary School · Springfield

315 No Branch Pkwy, Springfield, MA 01119

Enrollment

226

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#703 of 1,793

In Springfield

#17 of 67

public schools

In district

#17 of 61

Springfield

School environment

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Mary M Lynch

6.8/10

Elementary School in Springfield · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Glickman Elementary

7.7/10

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7.7/10

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About Mary M Lynch

Mary M Lynch is a public elementary school in Springfield, MA, part of Springfield. Mary M Lynch serves approximately 226 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mary M Lynch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #703 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Mary M Lynch show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-17.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.9 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)4% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+22.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,900
Chronic Absenteeism29.2%

Mary M Lynch — Students at Mary M Lynch score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 25.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 32.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 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
37%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
27.8%
ELA
35.5%
2019
Math
26.8%
ELA
35.3%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
18%
ELA
40.5%
2022
Math
13.8%
ELA
15%
2023
Math
6.3%
ELA
21.3%
2024
Math
19.7%
ELA
28%
2025
Math
24.7%
ELA
26.7%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Mary M Lynch Compares

See how Mary M Lynch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
61th percentile in MA
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.2%

Location

315 No Branch Pkwy, Springfield, MA 01119

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mary M Lynch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frank H Freedman (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Glickman Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Thomas M Balliet (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Glickman Elementary Springfield 1.0 mi 7.7
Thomas M Balliet Springfield 0.9 mi 7.7
Balliet Preschool Springfield 1.0 mi
Warner Springfield 1.1 mi 6.3
Mary M Walsh Springfield 1.3 mi 7.5
John J Duggan Academy Springfield 1.3 mi 7.0
MILL POND SCHOOL Springfield 1.4 mi
CURTIS BLAKE DAY SCHOOL Springfield 1.4 mi
Frank H Freedman Springfield 1.6 mi 8.6
John F Kennedy Middle Springfield 1.8 mi 6.8
PIONEER VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Springfield 1.8 mi 6.8
Springfield International Charter School Springfield 1.4 mi 4.4
PIONEER VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Springfield 1.8 mi 7.4
Springfield Public Day High School Springfield 2.0 mi 4.3
Hiram L Dorman Springfield 1.5 mi 6.4
Indian Orchard Elementary Indian Orchard 2.0 mi 7.4
CHILDREN'S HOUSE Springfield 1.7 mi
Kiley Academy Springfield 2.2 mi 5.8
Kiley Prep Springfield 2.2 mi 5.2
Arthur T Talmadge Springfield 2.3 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,172

Median Home Value

$222,900

Median Rent

$1,181/mo

Population

14,059

College Educated

19.7%

Homeownership

76.8%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

13.2%

Median Age

37

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Lawrence W Pingree Weymouth, MA 6.8
Liberty Springfield, MA 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mary M Lynch

What grades does Mary M Lynch serve?

Mary M Lynch serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Mary M Lynch?

Mary M Lynch has an enrollment of approximately 226 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary M Lynch?

The student-teacher ratio at Mary M Lynch is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mary M Lynch rank in MA?

Mary M Lynch ranks #703 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Mary M Lynch's MySchoolScout rating?

Mary M Lynch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Mary M Lynch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mary M Lynch has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mary M Lynch a charter school?

No, Mary M Lynch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mary M Lynch a Title I school?

No, Mary M Lynch is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Hampden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.2%

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