Lynnfield High School is a four-year, coeducational public high school for students in grades nine through twelve residing in the town of Lynnfield, Massachusetts, United States.
Serving 571 students in grades 9-12, Lynnfield High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lynnfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lynnfield High School's student population of 571 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Lynnfield High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lynnfield High School is 0.38, which is less 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
#62 out of 1631 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
78%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: American Pioneer
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lynnfield High School's ranking?
Lynnfield High School is ranked #62 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lynnfield High School?
The graduation rate of Lynnfield High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lynnfield High School?
571 students attend Lynnfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Lynnfield High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lynnfield High School?
Lynnfield High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lynnfield High School offer ?
Lynnfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lynnfield High School part of?
Lynnfield High School is part of Lynnfield School District.
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