Serving 565 students in grades 9-12, Lynnfield High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lynnfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lynnfield High School's student population of 565 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
565 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lynnfield High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lynnfield High School is 0.35, 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
#62 out of 1631 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
8%
24%
Black
2%
10%
White
80%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
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 Lynnfield High School's ranking?
Lynnfield High School is ranked #62 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lynnfield High School?
The graduation rate of Lynnfield High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lynnfield High School?
565 students attend Lynnfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Lynnfield High School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lynnfield High School?
Lynnfield High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lynnfield High School offer ?
Lynnfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lynnfield High School part of?
Lynnfield High School is part of Lynnfield School District.
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