Serving 24 students in grades 2-5, William R Fallon 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William R Fallon ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
William R Fallon's student population of 24 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
24 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
William R Fallon 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 William R Fallon is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1208 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
46%
25%
Black
21%
10%
White
12%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William R Fallon's ranking?
William R Fallon is ranked #1208 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend William R Fallon?
24 students attend William R Fallon.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of William R Fallon students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are White, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William R Fallon?
William R Fallon has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does William R Fallon offer ?
William R Fallon offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William R Fallon part of?
William R Fallon is part of Lynn School District.
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