Very Good
#394 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 22% in state
Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center
School · Lynn
112 Market Street, Lynn, MA 01905
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#394 of 1,793
In Lynn
#1 of 27
public schools
In district
#1 of 26
Lynn
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center
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About Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center
Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center is a public school in Lynn, MA, part of Lynn. Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center serves approximately 81 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #394 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2015) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2015).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 4.4
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 81 students, Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center — Students at Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores MA EDFACTS (2014-15)
Based on 4 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.
How Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
112 Market Street, Lynn, MA 01905
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Stanley (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Swampscott), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Fredrick Douglass Collegiate Academy (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Aborn (rated 7.1/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lynn, see our Lynn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Thurgood Marshall Mid Lynn | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Aborn Lynn | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Swampscott High Swampscott | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Ingalls Lynn | 0.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Brickett Elementary Lynn | 0.7 mi | 2.9 |
| Clarke Swampscott | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Hood Lynn | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Hadley Swampscott | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Stanley Swampscott | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Lynn English High Lynn | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| E J Harrington Lynn | 1.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Robert L Ford Lynn | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| ST PIUS V SCHOOL Lynn | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Fredrick Douglass Collegiate Academy Lynn | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| KIPP Academy Lynn Charter School Lynn | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Swampscott Middle Swampscott | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| JOI CHILD CARE CENTER Lynn | 1.6 mi | — |
| NORTH SHORE CHRISTIAN Lynn | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Cobbet Elementary Lynn | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Fecteau-Leary Junior/Senior High School Lynn | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01905 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,341
Median Home Value
$443,200
Median Rent
$1,749/mo
Population
27,188
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
51%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
33.6
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center
What grades does Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center serve?
Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center?
Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center rank in MA?
Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center ranks #394 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2015) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2015).
Is Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 81
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (781) 477-7220
Resources & Links
District
Lynn- District Enrollment
- 16,022
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,899
- District Rank
- #1 of 26
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