The top reported proficiency rate is 8% in Science. The lowest is 0% in English language arts.
Original Research by School Decision on William R Fallon
William R Fallon is a regular public elementary school in Lynn, Massachusetts, serving grades two through five. The school sits within the Lynn Public Schools system, the public district of this densely populated urban city that is part of Greater Boston's inner core and historically anchored by shoemaking and later jet engine manufacturing at GE Aerospace.
The school is notably small in enrollment, which fits a setting where the building likely supports an intimate, close-knit educational environment for its upper elementary grades. The student body is diverse, with the largest share of students identifying as Hispanic, followed by Black students, students of two or more races, White students, and Asian students.
On academic performance, the available state assessment data shows results that families will want to examine closely. In the most recent testing year, proficiency rates on the NextGen MCAS in both math and English language arts were low. The proficiency rate in math was in the single digits, and in ELA no students tested reached the proficient level. Science results from a prior testing year were also low. Looking at multi-year trends, math proficiency has fluctuated from year to year but has generally trended downward over time, and ELA proficiency has similarly seen a long-term decline, with the most recent year showing the lowest point in the series. When compared to other elementary schools in Essex County, Fallon's overall proficiency across tested subjects and grades sits in the bottom quartile. These are the most recent numbers available, and the pattern is consistent enough that a parent or guardian should discuss academic support and intervention strategies directly with the school to understand what resources are in place.
Because the school does not serve high school grades, there is no graduation rate to report. Data on free or reduced-price meal eligibility, special education status, and English learner status were not present in the available records, so a full picture of student support needs is not accessible from this dataset.
The housing context around the school reflects a competitive market. Home values in the area have risen, and rents are substantial, placing pressure on household budgets. The broader Essex County housing market shows strong demand and limited supply, with homes moving quickly. This economic context is relevant for families considering a move into the attendance zone.
Lynn itself has a downtown cultural district, historic architecture, loft-style apartment conversions, and public parks including the Lynn Woods Reservation and oceanfront reserves. The city has a significant immigrant population and a mix of residential neighborhoods, industrial legacy, and ongoing revitalization.
The Lynn Public Schools district has seen several recent developments worth noting. A federal literacy grant was awarded to the district to support reading instruction, coaching, and curriculum materials. The district has expanded its dual-language program to additional elementary schools, offering bilingual instruction in English and Spanish. At the high school level, Lynn English High School is in the early stages of a feasibility study for a major renovation or replacement through the Massachusetts School Building Authority. One middle school was closed due to declining enrollment and facility costs, with students reassigned elsewhere. The district's budget has grown substantially in recent years, driven by special education, transportation, and staffing costs, with implications for local property taxes.
For a family considering William R Fallon, the school offers a very small elementary setting with a diverse student body in an urban district that is investing in literacy and bilingual programming. The academic proficiency data, however, raises questions that warrant direct conversations with the school about classroom instruction, intervention models, and how the school supports students who are below grade level.
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