James F Hennessey serves 282 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
James F Hennessey's student population of 282 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
The diversity score of James F Hennessey is 0.17, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
91%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
5%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lawrence School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend James F Hennessey?
282 students attend James F Hennessey.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of James F Hennessey students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James F Hennessey?
James F Hennessey has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does James F Hennessey offer ?
James F Hennessey offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James F Hennessey part of?
James F Hennessey is part of Lawrence School District.
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