D Top 91%

Arlington Elementary School

Grades K-04 LAWRENCE, MA

Moved up 57 places from 2024 to 2025

#750 State Rank
D District Grade
150 Arlington Street, LAWRENCE, MA 01841
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
513 Students
93.5% Attendance Rate
32.5 Composite Score
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MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results

Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.

English Language Arts

8.5% Meeting or exceeding expectations
2023 12.5% 12.5%
2024 6% 6%
2025 8.5% 8.5%

Mathematics

8% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2% exceeding expectations

2023 16% 16%
2024 12.5% 12.5%
2025 8% 8%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025English Language Arts03 8%—
2025English Language Arts04 9%—
2025Mathematics03 10%2%
2025Mathematics04 6%—
2024English Language Arts03 3%—
2024English Language Arts04 9%—
2024Mathematics03 5%—
2024Mathematics04 20%1%
2023English Language Arts03 15%1%
2023English Language Arts04 10%1%
2023Mathematics03 22%1%
2023Mathematics04 10%1%

MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.

Student Demographics

513 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Hispanic 96.3%
White 2.1%
Black 1.4%
Multiracial 0.2%

Gender

51.5% Male
48.5% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 68%
Special Education 19.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch 91%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

93.5% Attendance Rate
21.7% Chronic Absence

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Location

150 Arlington Street, LAWRENCE, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Arlington Elementary School's grade rating?

Arlington Elementary School has earned a grade of D, ranked #750 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 91% of Massachusetts Elementary schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Arlington Elementary School?

Approximately 513 students are enrolled at Arlington Elementary School.

How does Arlington Elementary School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Arlington Elementary School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (8% proficient), Mathematics (8% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Arlington Elementary School?

Arlington Elementary School has an attendance rate of 93.5%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Arlington Elementary School part of?

Arlington Elementary School is part of Lawrence School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.