Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Pawtucketville Memorial 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pawtucketville Memorial ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Pawtucketville Memorial's student population of 466 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pawtucketville Memorial ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pawtucketville Memorial is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#877 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
7%
Hispanic
31%
24%
Black
8%
10%
White
33%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pawtucketville Memorial's ranking?
Pawtucketville Memorial is ranked #877 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Pawtucketville Memorial often compared to?
Pawtucketville Memorialis often viewed alongside schools like Dr Gertrude Bailey, Pyne Arts, Swanson Road Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Pawtucketville Memorial?
466 students attend Pawtucketville Memorial.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Pawtucketville Memorial students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pawtucketville Memorial?
Pawtucketville Memorial has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pawtucketville Memorial offer ?
Pawtucketville Memorial offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pawtucketville Memorial part of?
Pawtucketville Memorial is part of Lowell School District.
In what neighborhood is Pawtucketville Memorial located?
Pawtucketville Memorial is located in the Pawtucketville neighborhood of Lowell, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in Pawtucketville.
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