Below Average
#1563 of 1,793 schools in MA
Washington Elementary School
Elementary School · Lynn
58 Blossom Street, Lynn, MA 01902
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,563 of 1,793
In Lynn
#13 of 27
public schools
In district
#12 of 26
Lynn
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Washington Elementary School
Elementary School in Lynn · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Washington Elementary School
Washington Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lynn, MA, part of Lynn. Washington Elementary School serves approximately 447 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,563 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Washington Elementary School show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.1
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Washington Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Washington Elementary School — Students at Washington Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.6/10.
How Washington Elementary School Compares
See how Washington Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
58 Blossom Street, Lynn, MA 01902
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Washington Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SACRED HEART SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PIUS V SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sewell-Anderson (rated 5.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lynn, see our Lynn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lynn Vocational Technical Institute Lynn | 0.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Fecteau-Leary Junior/Senior High School Lynn | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| JOI CHILD CARE CENTER Lynn | 0.2 mi | — |
| Cobbet Elementary Lynn | 0.2 mi | 3.3 |
| KIPP Academy Lynn Charter School Lynn | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Wm P Connery Lynn | 0.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Fredrick Douglass Collegiate Academy Lynn | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Robert L Ford Lynn | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Tracy Lynn | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| E J Harrington Lynn | 0.8 mi | 3.1 |
| A Drewicz Elementary Lynn | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Sewell-Anderson Lynn | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| William R Fallon Lynn | 1.0 mi | — |
| Lynn English High Lynn | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| ST PIUS V SCHOOL Lynn | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Ingalls Lynn | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lynn | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Hood Lynn | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Brickett Elementary Lynn | 1.2 mi | 2.9 |
| Lincoln-Thomson Lynn | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01902 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,755
Median Home Value
$456,000
Median Rent
$1,571/mo
Population
51,680
College Educated
20.4%
Homeownership
40.6%
Avg Commute
31.4 min
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Median Age
35.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brightwood Springfield, MA | 4.3 |
| Capt William G Shoemaker Lynn, MA | 4.3 |
| Daniel Webster Marshfield, MA | 4.3 |
| Hill View Montessori Charter Public School Haverhill, MA | 4.3 |
| Hobomock Elementary Pembroke, MA | 4.3 |
| Naquag Elementary School Rutland, MA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Washington Elementary School
What grades does Washington Elementary School serve?
Washington Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 447 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Washington Elementary School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Washington Elementary School rank in MA?
Washington Elementary School ranks #1,563 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Washington Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Washington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Washington Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington Elementary School has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Washington Elementary School a charter school?
No, Washington Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Washington Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Washington Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 447
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.0%
- Phone
- (781) 477-1701
Resources & Links
District
Lynn- District Enrollment
- 16,022
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,899
- District Rank
- #12 of 26
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