C- Top 86%

Frost Middle School

Grades 05-08 LAWRENCE, MA

Moved up 21 places from 2024 to 2025

#304 State Rank
D District Grade
33 Hamlet Street, LAWRENCE, MA 01843
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
474 Students
94.4% Attendance Rate
31.3 Composite Score

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.

CIV

19% Meeting or exceeding expectations

English Language Arts

25.5% Meeting or exceeding expectations

3% exceeding expectations

2023 30% 30%
2024 23% 23%
2025 25.5% 25.5%

Mathematics

22.3% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2.8% exceeding expectations

2023 17.8% 17.8%
2024 18.3% 18.3%
2025 22.3% 22.3%

Science

20% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2% exceeding expectations

2023 27.5% 27.5%
2024 20.5% 20.5%
2025 20% 20%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025CIV08 19%—
2025English Language Arts05 25%2%
2025English Language Arts06 27%6%
2025English Language Arts07 29%1%
2025English Language Arts08 21%3%
2025Mathematics05 28%3%
2025Mathematics06 19%2%
2025Mathematics07 30%4%
2025Mathematics08 12%2%
2025Science05 24%2%
2025Science08 16%2%
2024English Language Arts05 23%—
2024English Language Arts06 27%5%
2024English Language Arts07 17%3%
2024English Language Arts08 25%4%
2024Mathematics05 20%1%
2024Mathematics06 23%2%
2024Mathematics07 12%1%
2024Mathematics08 18%1%
2024Science05 22%3%
2024Science08 19%3%
2023English Language Arts05 32%5%
2023English Language Arts06 25%1%
2023English Language Arts07 21%2%
2023English Language Arts08 42%5%
2023Mathematics05 28%—
2023Mathematics06 8%—
2023Mathematics07 18%1%
2023Mathematics08 17%—
2023Science05 21%2%
2023Science08 34%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

474 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Hispanic 89.2%
White 5.3%
Asian 3.2%
Black 1.3%
Multiracial 1.1%

Gender

50.8% Male
48.7% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 23.6%
Special Education 19%
Free/Reduced Lunch 74.5%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

94.4% Attendance Rate
14.4% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

33 Hamlet Street, LAWRENCE, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Frost Middle School's grade rating?

Frost Middle School has earned a grade of C-, ranked #304 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 86% of Massachusetts Combined 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 Frost Middle School?

Approximately 474 students are enrolled at Frost Middle School.

How does Frost Middle School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Frost Middle School's proficiency rates are: CIV (19% proficient), English Language Arts (26% proficient), Mathematics (22% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Frost Middle School?

Frost Middle School has an attendance rate of 94.4%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Frost Middle School part of?

Frost Middle 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.