For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,342 students in 01840, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 01840, MA are Oliver Middle School, Francis M Leahy and Oliver Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 01840 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 01840, MA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01840, MA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oliver Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
233 Haverhill Street
Lawrence, MA 01840
(978) 722-8670
Lawrence, MA 01840
(978) 722-8670
Gr: 6-8 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Francis M Leahy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
233 Haverhill Street
Lawrence, MA 01840
(978) 975-5959
Lawrence, MA 01840
(978) 975-5959
Gr: PK-5 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Oliver Elementary School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
303 Haverhill Street
Lawrence, MA 01840
(978) 722-8170
Lawrence, MA 01840
(978) 722-8170
Gr: 1-5 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 01840, MA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 01840, MA include Oliver Middle School, Francis M Leahy and Oliver Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 01840?
3 public elementary schools are located in 01840.
What is the racial composition of students in 01840?
01840 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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