For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,290 students in 01840, MA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 01840, MA are Oliver Middle School, Francis M Leahy and Oliver Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 01840 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 01840, MA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01840, MA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oliver Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
233 Haverhill Street
Lawrence, MA 01840
(978) 722-8670
Lawrence, MA 01840
(978) 722-8670
Grades: 6-8
| 346 students
Rank: #22.
Francis M Leahy
(Math: 6% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
233 Haverhill Street
Lawrence, MA 01840
(978) 975-5959
Lawrence, MA 01840
(978) 975-5959
Grades: PK-5
| 482 students
Rank: #33.
Oliver Elementary School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
303 Haverhill Street
Lawrence, MA 01840
(978) 722-8170
Lawrence, MA 01840
(978) 722-8170
Grades: 1-5
| 462 students
01840, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
233 Haverhill Street
Lawrence, MA 01840
(978) 722-8770
Lawrence, MA 01840
(978) 722-8770
Grades: 7-8
| 188 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 01840, MA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 01840, MA include Oliver Middle School, Francis M Leahy and Oliver Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 01840?
3 public elementary schools are located in 01840.
What is the racial composition of students in 01840?
01840 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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