C- Top 87%

E. J. Harrington Elementary School

Grades PK-05 LYNN, MA

Moved up 72 places from 2024 to 2025

#721 State Rank
D District Grade
21 Dexter Street, LYNN, MA 01902
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
685 Students
91.6% Attendance Rate
34.3 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

11% Meeting or exceeding expectations
2023 15.3% 15.3%
2024 12.3% 12.3%
2025 11% 11%

Mathematics

9.3% Meeting or exceeding expectations

1% exceeding expectations

2023 10% 10%
2024 11.7% 11.7%
2025 9.3% 9.3%

Science

17% Meeting or exceeding expectations
2023 13% 13%
2024 20% 20%
2025 17% 17%
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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 10%—
2025English Language Arts05 15%—
2025Mathematics03 6%—
2025Mathematics04 14%1%
2025Mathematics05 8%—
2025Science05 17%—
2024English Language Arts03 8%—
2024English Language Arts04 14%—
2024English Language Arts05 15%—
2024Mathematics03 8%—
2024Mathematics04 13%1%
2024Mathematics05 14%1%
2024Science05 20%1%
2023English Language Arts03 10%—
2023English Language Arts04 17%1%
2023English Language Arts05 19%—
2023Mathematics03 3%—
2023Mathematics04 18%1%
2023Mathematics05 9%—
2023Science05 13%—

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

685 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Hispanic 77.4%
Black 7.9%
White 5.8%
Asian 5%
Multiracial 3.5%

Gender

52.4% Male
47.6% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 72.6%
Special Education 21.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch 84.4%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

91.6% Attendance Rate
33.3% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

21 Dexter Street, LYNN, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is E. J. Harrington Elementary School's grade rating?

E. J. Harrington Elementary School has earned a grade of C-, ranked #721 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 87% 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 E. J. Harrington Elementary School?

Approximately 685 students are enrolled at E. J. Harrington Elementary School.

How does E. J. Harrington Elementary School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, E. J. Harrington Elementary School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (11% proficient), Mathematics (9% proficient), Science (17% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at E. J. Harrington Elementary School?

E. J. Harrington Elementary School has an attendance rate of 91.6%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is E. J. Harrington Elementary School part of?

E. J. Harrington Elementary School is part of Lynn 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.