Serving 485 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Peter W Reilly 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peter W Reilly ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Peter W Reilly's student population of 485 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peter W Reilly 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 Peter W Reilly is 0.66, 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
#1113 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
37%
24%
Black
4%
10%
White
44%
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
71%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peter W Reilly's ranking?
Peter W Reilly is ranked #1113 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Peter W Reilly?
485 students attend Peter W Reilly.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Peter W Reilly students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peter W Reilly?
Peter W Reilly has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Peter W Reilly offer ?
Peter W Reilly offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Peter W Reilly part of?
Peter W Reilly is part of Lowell School District.
In what neighborhood is Peter W Reilly located?
Peter W Reilly is located in the Belvidere neighborhood of Lowell, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in Belvidere.
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