Serving 485 students in grades 1-4, Gerard A. Guilmette 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gerard A. Guilmette ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Gerard A. Guilmette's student population of 485 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
485 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
School Rankings
Gerard A. Guilmette 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 Gerard A. Guilmette is 0.10, 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
#1602 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
95%
26%
Black
1%
10%
White
3%
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
100%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lancer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gerard A. Guilmette's ranking?
Gerard A. Guilmette is ranked #1602 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Gerard A. Guilmette?
485 students attend Gerard A. Guilmette.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Gerard A. Guilmette students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gerard A. Guilmette?
Gerard A. Guilmette has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gerard A. Guilmette offer ?
Gerard A. Guilmette offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gerard A. Guilmette part of?
Gerard A. Guilmette is part of Lawrence School District.
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