Serving 528 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lyndon K-8 School 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 37% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lyndon K-8 School's student population of 528 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
528 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Lyndon K-8 School 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 Lyndon K-8 School is 0.63, 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
#872 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
22%
25%
Black
11%
10%
White
56%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Boston School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyndon K-8 School's ranking?
Lyndon K-8 School is ranked #872 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Lyndon K-8 School often compared to?
Lyndon K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kilmer K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Lyndon K-8 School?
528 students attend Lyndon K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Lyndon K-8 School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lyndon K-8 School?
Lyndon K-8 School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lyndon K-8 School offer ?
Lyndon K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lyndon K-8 School part of?
Lyndon K-8 School is part of Boston School District.
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