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Henry J Robinson Middle

Middle School · Lowell

110 June Street, Lowell, MA 01850

Enrollment

592

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

5.7

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,110 of 1,793

In Lowell

#15 of 28

public schools

In district

#15 of 26

Lowell

Academic growth

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Henry J Robinson Middle

5.7/10

Middle School in Lowell · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Henry J Robinson Middle

Henry J Robinson Middle is a public middle school in Lowell, MA, part of Lowell. Henry J Robinson Middle serves approximately 592 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Henry J Robinson Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,110 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Henry J Robinson Middle show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Henry J Robinson Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

39% of students at Henry J Robinson Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics4.0Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.4% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency19.2% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-22.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.1 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-6.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,440
Chronic Absenteeism38.5%

Henry J Robinson Middle — Students at Henry J Robinson Middle score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 17.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 21.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 116 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
23%
ELA
34%
2010
Math
29%
ELA
39%
2011
Math
30%
ELA
45%
2012
Math
31%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
28%
ELA
38%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
20%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
23.8%
ELA
21.2%
2019
Math
19.8%
ELA
18%
2020*
Math
6%
ELA
14%
2021*
Math
6%
ELA
13.8%
2022
Math
9%
ELA
17.2%
2023
Math
12.2%
ELA
20.2%
2024
Math
16.4%
ELA
15.8%
2025
Math
18.4%
ELA
19.2%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Henry J Robinson Middle Compares

See how Henry J Robinson Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
38th percentile in MA
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.5%

Location

110 June Street, Lowell, MA 01850

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Henry J Robinson Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, James Sullivan Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lowell, see our Lowell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
S Christa McAuliffe Elementary Lowell 0.1 mi 4.6
Greenhalge Lowell 0.4 mi 5.2
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Lowell 0.5 mi 5.7
Greenmont Avenue Dracut 0.8 mi 6.0
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Lowell 1.0 mi 4.9
Lowell High Lowell 0.9 mi 4.5
Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School Lowell 1.0 mi 3.8
HELLENIC AMERICAN ACADEMY Lowell 1.2 mi 6.5
Lowell Community Charter Public School Lowell 1.3 mi 5.1
SAINT PATRICK SCHOOL AND EDUCATION CENTER Lowell 1.2 mi 6.2
Charlotte M Murkland Elementary Lowell 1.3 mi 6.7
Rogers STEM Academy Lowell 1.5 mi 6.2
Moody Elementary Lowell 1.6 mi 5.7
Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School Lowell 1.6 mi 7.1
James Sullivan Middle School Lowell 1.7 mi 6.2
STE JEANNE D'ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lowell 1.4 mi 6.8
Peter W Reilly Lowell 1.7 mi 8.2
Cardinal O'Connell Early Learning Center Lowell 2.0 mi 5.5
Bartlett Community Partnership Lowell 1.6 mi 7.4
Leblanc Therapeutic Day School Lowell 1.9 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01850 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,581

Median Home Value

$367,200

Median Rent

$1,666/mo

Population

16,983

College Educated

18.5%

Homeownership

49.9%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

18.2%

Median Age

34.5

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Silver Lake Regional Middle School Kingston, MA 5.7
Worcester East Middle Worcester, MA 5.7
Dorothy L Beckwith Rehoboth, MA 5.8
Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School Norwood, MA 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Henry J Robinson Middle

What grades does Henry J Robinson Middle serve?

Henry J Robinson Middle serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Henry J Robinson Middle?

Henry J Robinson Middle has an enrollment of approximately 592 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Henry J Robinson Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Henry J Robinson Middle is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Henry J Robinson Middle rank in MA?

Henry J Robinson Middle ranks #1,110 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Henry J Robinson Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Henry J Robinson Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Henry J Robinson Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Henry J Robinson Middle has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Henry J Robinson Middle a charter school?

No, Henry J Robinson Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Henry J Robinson Middle a Title I school?

No, Henry J Robinson Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
592
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.5%

District

Lowell
District Enrollment
14,273
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,440
District Rank
#15 of 26

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