CIV
34%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
1% exceeding expectations
C+
Top 65%
Pickering Middle School
Grades 06-08 LYNN, MA
Moved up 78 places from 2024 to 2025
#229
State Rank
D
District Grade
70 Conomo Avenue, LYNN, MA 01904
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
26.7%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
2.3% exceeding expectations
2023
25.7%
25.7%
2024
19.7%
19.7%
2025
26.7%
26.7%
Mathematics
21.3%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
2% exceeding expectations
2023
23.7%
23.7%
2024
18.3%
18.3%
2025
21.3%
21.3%
Science
27%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
1% exceeding expectations
2023
34%
34%
2024
21%
21%
2025
27%
27%
View published results by year and grade
| Year | Subject | Grade | Meeting+ | Exceeding |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | CIV | 08 | 34% | 1% |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 06 | 27% | 3% |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 07 | 21% | 2% |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 08 | 32% | 2% |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 06 | 21% | — |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 07 | 15% | 2% |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 08 | 28% | 2% |
| 2025 | Science | 08 | 27% | 1% |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 06 | 15% | 1% |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 07 | 30% | 3% |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 08 | 14% | 2% |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 06 | 15% | — |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 07 | 22% | 3% |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 08 | 18% | 7% |
| 2024 | Science | 08 | 21% | 3% |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 06 | 24% | 2% |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 07 | 25% | 4% |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 08 | 28% | 1% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 06 | 24% | 2% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 07 | 18% | 4% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 08 | 29% | 5% |
| 2023 | Science | 08 | 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
539 students enrolled
Race/Ethnicity
Gender
58.6%
Male
41.4%
Female
Student Programs
English Learners
27.1%
Special Education
30.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.2%
School Performance
Key metrics and program information
Attendance
93.4%
Attendance Rate
20.3%
Chronic Absence
Staffing
C+-Rated School
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pickering Middle School's grade rating?
Pickering Middle School has earned a grade of C+, ranked #229 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 65% of Massachusetts Middle 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 Pickering Middle School?
Approximately 539 students are enrolled at Pickering Middle School.
How does Pickering Middle School perform on MCAS tests?
Based on the most recent MCAS results, Pickering Middle School's proficiency rates are: CIV (34% proficient), English Language Arts (27% proficient), Mathematics (21% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.
What is the attendance rate at Pickering Middle School?
Pickering Middle School has an attendance rate of 93.4%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.
What school district is Pickering Middle School part of?
Pickering Middle 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.
