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#595 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 33% in state

Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School

Middle School · Lowell

560 Broadway Street, Lowell, MA 01854

Enrollment

625

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

7.1

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#595 of 1,793

In Lowell

#4 of 28

public schools

In district

#4 of 26

Lowell

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School

7.1/10

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

Bartlett Community Partnership

7.4/10

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6.7/10

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About Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School

Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School is a public middle school in Lowell, MA, part of Lowell. Kathryn P.

Stoklosa Middle School serves approximately 625 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #595 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.3
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.8Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.6% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.8% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-2.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.5 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+9.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment5.1Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,440
Chronic Absenteeism28.8%

Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School — Students at Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 31.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 28.2% (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
36%
ELA
45%
2010
Math
38%
ELA
41%
2011
Math
34%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
39%
ELA
40%
2013
Math
40%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
36.2%
ELA
27.8%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
18%
2021*
Math
19.8%
ELA
18.3%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
23.8%
2023
Math
24%
ELA
20.6%
2024
Math
31.2%
ELA
23.4%
2025
Math
38.6%
ELA
30.8%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School Compares

See how Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
67th percentile in MA
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
5.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.8%

Location

560 Broadway Street, Lowell, MA 01854

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. James S Daley Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Bartlett Community Partnership (rated 7.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, STE JEANNE D'ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lowell, see our Lowell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Bartlett Community Partnership Lowell 0.3 mi 7.4
Charlotte M Murkland Elementary Lowell 0.3 mi 6.7
SAINT PATRICK SCHOOL AND EDUCATION CENTER Lowell 0.4 mi 6.2
The Career Academy Lowell 0.6 mi 4.3
HELLENIC AMERICAN ACADEMY Lowell 0.5 mi 6.5
Charles W Morey Lowell 0.8 mi 4.8
COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lowell 0.7 mi 5.4
Lowell Community Charter Public School Lowell 0.7 mi 5.1
Abraham Lincoln Lowell 0.9 mi 6.6
Joseph McAvinnue Lowell 0.8 mi 6.7
Lowell High Lowell 0.8 mi 4.5
STE JEANNE D'ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lowell 1.0 mi 6.8
Rogers STEM Academy Lowell 0.8 mi 6.2
Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School Lowell 0.8 mi 3.8
Laura Lee Therapeutic Day School Lowell 1.2 mi
Washington Lowell 1.3 mi 4.9
Greenhalge Lowell 1.3 mi 5.2
Cardinal O'Connell Early Learning Center Lowell 1.3 mi 5.5
James S Daley Middle School Lowell 1.4 mi 8.0
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Lowell 1.2 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01854 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,397

Median Home Value

$360,500

Median Rent

$1,477/mo

Population

28,808

College Educated

29.6%

Homeownership

36.7%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

17.6%

Median Age

32.8

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Robert E. Melican Middle School Northborough, MA 7.1
Lynnfield Middle School Lynnfield, MA 7.0
Miscoe Hill School Mendon, MA 7.0
Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School Shirley, MA 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School

What grades does Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School serve?

Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School?

Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 625 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School rank in MA?

Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School ranks #595 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School a charter school?

No, Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School a Title I school?

No, Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
89 Very Walkable
Transit Score
54 Good Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
625
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.8%

District

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

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