Serving 525 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Francis M Leahy 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 525 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Francis M Leahy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Francis M Leahy's student population of 525 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
525 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Francis M Leahy 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 Francis M Leahy is 0.06, 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
#1603 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
97%
26%
Black
2%
10%
White
1%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
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 Francis M Leahy's ranking?
Francis M Leahy is ranked #1603 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Francis M Leahy?
525 students attend Francis M Leahy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Francis M Leahy students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Francis M Leahy?
Francis M Leahy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Francis M Leahy offer ?
Francis M Leahy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Francis M Leahy part of?
Francis M Leahy is part of Lawrence School District.
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