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Robert Frost

Elementary School · Lawrence

33 Hamlet Street, Lawrence, MA 01843

Enrollment

546

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#732 of 1,793

In Lawrence

#2 of 29

public schools

In district

#2 of 26

Lawrence

Academic growth

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Robert Frost

6.7/10

Elementary School in Lawrence · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Frost Middle School

4.0/10

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About Robert Frost

Robert Frost is a public elementary school in Lawrence, MA, part of Lawrence. Robert Frost serves approximately 546 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Robert Frost has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #732 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Robert Frost show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.1 pts above district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 4.6
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-4.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.6 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+8.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,208
Chronic Absenteeism26.7%

Robert Frost — Students at Robert Frost score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 29.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 56 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
45%
ELA
40%
2010
Math
46%
ELA
44%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
48%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
41%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
33%
2014
Math
59%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
35.7%
2019
Math
42.3%
ELA
30.7%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
23%
2021*
Math
17.7%
ELA
21.3%
2022
Math
30.3%
ELA
20%
2023
Math
29%
ELA
21.5%
2024
Math
37%
ELA
20%
2025
Math
37.5%
ELA
24%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Robert Frost Compares

See how Robert Frost performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
59th percentile in MA
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
6.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.7%

Location

33 Hamlet Street, Lawrence, MA 01843

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Robert Frost may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Andover), which scores slightly higher. Another option is South Lawrence East Elementary School (rated 6.0/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, John Breen School (rated 5.8/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lawrence, see our Lawrence schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Frost Middle School Lawrence 0.0 mi 4.0
GLCAC CHILD CARE CENTER Lawrence 0.4 mi
Emily G Wetherbee Lawrence 0.7 mi 5.1
James F Hennessey Lawrence 0.9 mi 4.9
LAWRENCE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Lawrence 1.0 mi 4.8
Shawsheen School Andover 0.9 mi 6.5
Gerard A. Guilmette Lawrence 1.1 mi 3.2
Guilmette Middle School Lawrence 1.1 mi 5.2
High School Learning Center Lawrence 1.2 mi 4.7
West Elementary Andover 1.5 mi 7.3
Lawrence Family Public Academy Lawrence 1.3 mi 4.4
Alexander B Bruce Lawrence 1.4 mi 5.3
John Breen School Lawrence 1.3 mi 5.8
BLESSED STEPHEN BELLESINI O.S.A. ACADEMY Lawrence 1.6 mi 5.6
Lawrence High School Lawrence 1.2 mi 3.9
South Lawrence East Elementary School Lawrence 1.3 mi 6.0
Spark Academy Lawrence 1.3 mi 6.7
Lawrence Family Development Charter School Lawrence 1.6 mi 3.3
Oliver Elementary School Lawrence 1.8 mi 3.1
Francis M Leahy Lawrence 1.8 mi 3.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01843 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,163

Median Home Value

$393,700

Median Rent

$1,703/mo

Population

28,444

College Educated

20.5%

Homeownership

35.9%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

14%

Median Age

33.4

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Blanchard Memorial School Boxborough, MA 6.7
Charlotte M Murkland Elementary Lowell, MA 6.7
Chickering Dover, MA 6.7
Columbus Park Worcester, MA 6.7
Garfield Elementary School Revere, MA 6.7
H.B. Lawrence School Holyoke, MA 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Robert Frost

What grades does Robert Frost serve?

Robert Frost serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Robert Frost?

Robert Frost has an enrollment of approximately 546 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Robert Frost?

The student-teacher ratio at Robert Frost is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Robert Frost rank in MA?

Robert Frost ranks #732 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Robert Frost's MySchoolScout rating?

Robert Frost has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Robert Frost?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Robert Frost has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Robert Frost a charter school?

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

Is Robert Frost a Title I school?

No, Robert Frost is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.7%

District

Lawrence
District Enrollment
13,008
Schools in District
26
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,208
District Rank
#2 of 26

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