For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,178 students in 01940, MA (there are 3 private schools, serving 475 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 01940, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 01940, MA are Lynnfield High School, Summer Street and Lynnfield Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01940 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01940, MA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01940, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lynnfield High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
275 Essex Street
Lynnfield, MA 01940
(781) 334-5820
Lynnfield, MA 01940
(781) 334-5820
Gr: 9-12 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Summer Street
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
262 Summer Street
Lynnfield, MA 01940
(781) 334-5830
Lynnfield, MA 01940
(781) 334-5830
Gr: K-4 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Lynnfield Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
505 Main Street
Lynnfield, MA 01940
(781) 334-5810
Lynnfield, MA 01940
(781) 334-5810
Gr: 5-8 | 698 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
Huckleberry Hill
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5 Knoll Road
Lynnfield, MA 01940
(781) 334-5835
Lynnfield, MA 01940
(781) 334-5835
Gr: K-4 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: n/an/a
262 Summer Street
Lynnfield, MA 01940
(781) 581-5140
Lynnfield, MA 01940
(781) 581-5140
Gr: PK | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 01940, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 01940, MA include Lynnfield High School, Summer Street and Lynnfield Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 01940?
5 public schools are located in 01940.
What percentage of students in 01940 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 01940 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01940?
01940 public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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