School Overview
Classical High School, located on O’Callaghan Way in Lynn, Massachusetts, is a prominent public secondary institution within the Lynn Public Schools district. As one of the city's primary high schools, it serves a diverse student body, offering a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary education, vocational training, and the workforce. The school is known for fostering a structured learning environment that emphasizes core subjects, including mathematics, science, humanities, and the arts, while striving to uphold the traditional academic standards implied by its name.

Beyond its core classroom instruction, Classical High School provides a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs that encourage student engagement and school spirit. The institution plays a significant role in the local community, serving as a hub for student development and civic involvement in Lynn. By leveraging resources provided through the district, Classical High focuses on meeting the individual needs of its students, preparing them to be productive citizens in an increasingly globalized society. For prospective families and community members, the school maintains an active presence through the official Lynn Public Schools website, which provides information on academic policies, school events, and administrative resources.
1,795
Total Students
124.9
Full-Time Teachers
14.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Classical High
Demographic Student Count
White200
Hispanic1,276
Black142
Asian135
Two or More33
American Indian8
  • Hispanic
    1,276 (71.1%)
  • White
    200 (11.1%)
  • Black
    142 (7.9%)
  • Asian
    135 (7.5%)
  • Two or More
    33 (1.8%)
  • American Indian
    8 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Lynn
Phone: (781)477-7404
Website: http://www.lynnschools.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,795
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 124.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 327
Grade 10 496
Grade 11 460
Grade 12 512

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Classical High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9327
Grade 10496
Grade 11460
Grade 12512
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Classical High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female82846.1%
Male96653.8%
Not Specified10.1%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)