Serving 473 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lynch Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher 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 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lynch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lynch Elementary School's student population of 473 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lynch Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lynch Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#163 out of 1631 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
31%
7%
Hispanic
5%
24%
Black
2%
10%
White
54%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lynch Elementary School's ranking?
Lynch Elementary School is ranked #163 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Lynch Elementary School often compared to?
Lynch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robin Hood, Amigos School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Lynch Elementary School?
473 students attend Lynch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Lynch Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lynch Elementary School?
Lynch Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lynch Elementary School offer ?
Lynch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lynch Elementary School part of?
Lynch Elementary School is part of Winchester School District.
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