For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,546 students in 01904, MA (there are 3 private schools, serving 484 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in 01904, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 01904, MA are Lynn Woods, Capt William G Shoemaker and Edward A Sisson. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01904 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01904, MA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01904, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lynn Woods
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
31 Trevett Avenue
Lynn, MA 01904
(781) 477-7433
Lynn, MA 01904
(781) 477-7433
Gr: K-5 | 153 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Capt William G Shoemaker
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
26 Regina Rd
Lynn, MA 01904
(781) 477-7450
Lynn, MA 01904
(781) 477-7450
Gr: PK-5 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Edward A Sisson
(Math: 22% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
58 Conomo Avenue
Lynn, MA 01904
(781) 477-7455
Lynn, MA 01904
(781) 477-7455
Gr: PK-5 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #44.
Pickering Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
70 Conomo Avenue
Lynn, MA 01904
(781) 477-7440
Lynn, MA 01904
(781) 477-7440
Gr: 6-8 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 01904, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 01904, MA include Lynn Woods, Capt William G Shoemaker and Edward A Sisson.
How many public schools are located in 01904?
4 public schools are located in 01904.
What percentage of students in 01904 go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 01904 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01904?
01904 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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