Serving 317 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary School's student population of 317 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
317 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Motto
Juntos Podemos | Together We Can
School Rankings
Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1559 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
69%
26%
Black
5%
10%
White
21%
51%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary School's ranking?
Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary School is ranked #1559 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary School?
317 students attend Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary School?
Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary School offer ?
Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary School part of?
Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary School is part of Holyoke School District.
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