Serving 374 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harrington ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrington ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Harrington's student population of 374 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
374 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Harrington ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrington is 0.67, which is more 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
#225 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
49%
8%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
9%
10%
White
27%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrington's ranking?
Harrington is ranked #225 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Harrington often compared to?
Harringtonis often viewed alongside schools like Fiske by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Harrington?
374 students attend Harrington.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Harrington students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrington?
Harrington has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Harrington offer ?
Harrington offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harrington part of?
Harrington is part of Lexington School District.
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