For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,565 students in 01905, MA (there are 1 private school, serving 218 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 01905, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 01905, MA are Sewell-anderson, William R Fallon and Classical High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01905 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01905, MA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01905, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sewell-anderson
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
25 Ontario Street
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7444
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7444
Gr: PK-5 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
William R Fallon
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 Robinson Street
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7401
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7401
Gr: K-5 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Classical High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
235 O Callaghan Way
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7404
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7404
Gr: 9-12 | 1,795 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
Julia F Callahan
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
200 O'callaghan Way
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7340
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7340
Gr: PK-5 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #55.
Early Childhood Center
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
100 Bennet Street
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7220
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7220
Gr: PK | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #66.
Lincoln-thomson
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
115 Gardiner Street
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7460
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7460
Gr: K-5 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #77.
Breed Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
90 Ocallaghan Way
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7330
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7330
Gr: 6-8 | 1,265 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #88.
A Drewicz Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
34 Hood Street
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7350
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7350
Gr: K-5 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #99.
Tracy
(Math: 14% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
35 Walnut Street
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7466
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7466
Gr: 1-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1010.
Wm P Connery
(Math: 10% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
50 Elm Street
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7344
Lynn, MA 01905
(781) 477-7344
Gr: K-5 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 01905, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 01905, MA include Sewell-anderson, William R Fallon and Classical High School.
How many public schools are located in 01905?
10 public schools are located in 01905.
What percentage of students in 01905 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 01905 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01905?
01905 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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