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#688 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 38% in state
B.f. Butler Middle School
Middle School · Lowell
1140 Gorham Street, Lowell, MA 01852
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.8
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.8
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#688 of 1,793
In Lowell
#6 of 28
public schools
In district
#6 of 26
Lowell
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About B.f. Butler Middle School
B.f. Butler Middle School is a public middle school in Lowell, MA, part of Lowell. B.f.
Butler Middle School serves approximately 505 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. B.f. Butler Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #688 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for B.f. Butler Middle School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- MA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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B.f. Butler Middle School — Students at B.f. Butler Middle School score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 116 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.
How B.f. Butler Middle School Compares
See how B.f. Butler Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1140 Gorham Street, Lowell, MA 01852
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering B.f. Butler Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Leblanc Therapeutic Day School (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Charlotte M Murkland Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lowell, see our Lowell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John J Shaughnessy Lowell | 0.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Cardinal O'Connell Early Learning Center Lowell | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Moody Elementary Lowell | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Rogers STEM Academy Lowell | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Pyne Arts Lowell | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Abraham Lincoln Lowell | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Dr. Janice Adie Day School Chelmsford | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Lowell Community Charter Public School Lowell | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Laura Lee Therapeutic Day School Lowell | 0.9 mi | — |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Lowell | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| The Career Academy Lowell | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School Lowell | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Leblanc Therapeutic Day School Lowell | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| HELLENIC AMERICAN ACADEMY Lowell | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Lowell High Lowell | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Washington Lowell | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| SAINT PATRICK SCHOOL AND EDUCATION CENTER Lowell | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Lowell | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Charlotte M Murkland Elementary Lowell | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School Lowell | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01852 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,058
Median Home Value
$397,200
Median Rent
$1,567/mo
Population
36,700
College Educated
32.9%
Homeownership
46.2%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Albert F Ford Middle School Acushnet, MA | 6.8 |
| Birchland Park East Longmeadow, MA | 6.8 |
| Central Middle Quincy, MA | 6.8 |
| Hanson Middle School Hanson, MA | 6.8 |
| John F Kennedy Middle Springfield, MA | 6.8 |
| Parthum Middle School Lawrence, MA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about B.f. Butler Middle School
What grades does B.f. Butler Middle School serve?
B.f. Butler Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend B.f. Butler Middle School?
B.f. Butler Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 505 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at B.f. Butler Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at B.f. Butler Middle School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does B.f. Butler Middle School rank in MA?
B.f. Butler Middle School ranks #688 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is B.f. Butler Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
B.f. Butler Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at B.f. Butler Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, B.f. Butler Middle School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is B.f. Butler Middle School a charter school?
No, B.f. Butler Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is B.f. Butler Middle School a Title I school?
No, B.f. Butler Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 505
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.2%
- Phone
- (978) 937-8973
Resources & Links
District
Lowell- District Enrollment
- 14,273
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,440
- District Rank
- #6 of 26
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