F Top 99%

School for Exceptional Studies

Grades PK-12 LAWRENCE, MA

Moved up 39 places from 2024 to 2025

#344 State Rank
D District Grade
233 Haverhill Street, LAWRENCE, MA 01841
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
114 Students
81.6% Attendance Rate
16.3 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.

English Language Arts

Not published Meeting or exceeding expectations

Mathematics

Not published Meeting or exceeding expectations

Science

Not published Meeting or exceeding expectations
View published results by year and grade
Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025English Language Arts03 ——
2025English Language Arts10 ——
2025Mathematics03 ——
2025Mathematics10 ——
2025Science10 ——
2024English Language Arts08 ——
2024Mathematics08 ——
2024Science08 8%—
2023English Language Arts07 ——
2023English Language Arts08 ——
2023Mathematics07 ——
2023Mathematics08 ——
2023Science08 ——

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

114 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Hispanic 93.9%
White 2.6%
Black 2.6%
Multiracial 0.9%

Gender

83.3% Male
15.8% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 40.4%
Special Education 100%
Free/Reduced Lunch 86.8%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

81.6% Attendance Rate
56.2% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

233 Haverhill Street, LAWRENCE, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is School for Exceptional Studies's grade rating?

School for Exceptional Studies has earned a grade of F, ranked #344 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 99% 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 School for Exceptional Studies?

Approximately 114 students are enrolled at School for Exceptional Studies.

What is the graduation rate at School for Exceptional Studies?

School for Exceptional Studies has a 14.3% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at School for Exceptional Studies?

School for Exceptional Studies has an attendance rate of 81.6%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is School for Exceptional Studies part of?

School for Exceptional Studies 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.