Serving 396 students in grades 1-5, Francis M Leahy 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 3% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Francis M Leahy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Francis M Leahy's student population of 396 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Francis M Leahy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Francis M Leahy is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1641 out of 1644 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
98%
23%
Black
n/a
10%
White
2%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Francis M Leahy's ranking?
Francis M Leahy is ranked #1641 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Francis M Leahy often compared to?
Francis M Leahyis often viewed alongside schools like Oliver Partnership School, Alexander B Bruce by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Francis M Leahy?
396 students attend Francis M Leahy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Francis M Leahy students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Francis M Leahy?
Francis M Leahy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Francis M Leahy offer ?
Francis M Leahy offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Francis M Leahy part of?
Francis M Leahy is part of Lawrence School District.
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