John E. McCarthy vs Lynnfield High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John E. McCarthy
Peabody · Public elementary · Grades K–5
385 students
Lynnfield High
Lynnfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
588 students
| Measure | John E. McCarthy Peabody, Massachusetts | Lynnfield High Lynnfield, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 84 Top 5% |
| State rank | #574 of 1,009 | #54 of 300 |
| National rank | #19786 of 50,301 | #800 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 385 | 588 |
| Enrollment | 385 | 588 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 77% |
| city | Peabody | Lynnfield |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lynnfield High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.7 vs 57.7).
- •Lynnfield High does better on math proficiency (77% vs 52%).
- •Lynnfield High does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 52%).
- •Lynnfield High does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 13.8).
- •Lynnfield High is the larger school with 588 students compared with 385.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is John E. McCarthy better than Lynnfield High?
On the Success Index (US), Lynnfield High ranks higher (83.7 vs 57.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are John E. McCarthy and Lynnfield High?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Peabody and Lynnfield in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John E. McCarthy: 385. Lynnfield High: 588. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John E. McCarthy and Lynnfield High rank in Massachusetts?
John E. McCarthy is 574th of 1,009 and Lynnfield High is 54th of 300 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).