Serving 216 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mary M Lynch ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary M Lynch ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Mary M Lynch's student population of 216 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
216 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Colors
Navy and Khaki
School Rankings
Mary M Lynch ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary M Lynch is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1554 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
64%
26%
Black
21%
10%
White
8%
51%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary M Lynch's ranking?
Mary M Lynch is ranked #1554 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Mary M Lynch often compared to?
Mary M Lynchis often viewed alongside schools like Mary M Walsh, Daniel B Brunton by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Mary M Lynch?
216 students attend Mary M Lynch.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Mary M Lynch students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary M Lynch?
Mary M Lynch has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mary M Lynch offer ?
Mary M Lynch offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mary M Lynch part of?
Mary M Lynch is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary M Lynch located?
Mary M Lynch is located in the Sixteen Acres neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 10 other public schools located in Sixteen Acres.
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