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Lowell Community Charter Public School

Elementary School · Lowell Community Charter Public (District)

206 Jackson Street, Lowell, MA 01852

Charter

Enrollment

817

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

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#1,289 of 1,793

In Lowell

#18 of 28

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Lowell Community Charter Public School

5.1/10

Elementary School in Lowell · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lowell Community Charter Public School

Lowell Community Charter Public School is a public elementary school in Lowell, MA, part of Lowell Community Charter Public (District). Lowell Community Charter Public School serves approximately 817 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Lowell Community Charter Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,289 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Lowell Community Charter Public School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Lowell Community Charter Public School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.64 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.8% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-8.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.2 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-8.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,770
Chronic Absenteeism22.3%

Lowell Community Charter Public School — Students at Lowell Community Charter Public School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.4% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 48.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 130 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
30%
ELA
38%
2010
Math
43%
ELA
43%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
45%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
65%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
64%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
54.7%
ELA
53.4%
2019
Math
52.4%
ELA
55.6%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
33.3%
ELA
50.1%
2022
Math
33.3%
ELA
44.4%
2023
Math
33%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
32%
ELA
42.7%
2025
Math
33.5%
ELA
45.8%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How Lowell Community Charter Public School Compares

See how Lowell Community Charter Public School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
28th percentile in MA
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
6.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
68 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

206 Jackson Street, Lowell, MA 01852

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lowell Community Charter Public School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bartlett Community Partnership (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Charlotte M Murkland Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Abraham Lincoln (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lowell, see our Lowell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Rogers STEM Academy Lowell 0.3 mi 6.2
Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School Lowell 0.3 mi 3.8
HELLENIC AMERICAN ACADEMY Lowell 0.3 mi 6.5
Lowell High Lowell 0.4 mi 4.5
SAINT PATRICK SCHOOL AND EDUCATION CENTER Lowell 0.5 mi 6.2
Charlotte M Murkland Elementary Lowell 0.6 mi 6.7
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Lowell 0.6 mi 4.9
Cardinal O'Connell Early Learning Center Lowell 0.8 mi 5.5
Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School Lowell 0.7 mi 7.1
The Career Academy Lowell 0.7 mi 4.3
Abraham Lincoln Lowell 0.9 mi 6.6
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Lowell 0.9 mi 5.7
Moody Elementary Lowell 0.8 mi 5.7
Greenhalge Lowell 1.1 mi 5.2
Bartlett Community Partnership Lowell 0.9 mi 7.4
B.F. Butler Middle School Lowell 1.2 mi 6.8
John J Shaughnessy Lowell 1.2 mi 3.6
Laura Lee Therapeutic Day School Lowell 1.2 mi
Henry J Robinson Middle Lowell 1.3 mi 5.7
Charles W Morey Lowell 1.1 mi 4.8

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lowell Community Charter Public School

What grades does Lowell Community Charter Public School serve?

Lowell Community Charter Public School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Lowell Community Charter Public School?

Lowell Community Charter Public School has an enrollment of approximately 817 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lowell Community Charter Public School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lowell Community Charter Public 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 Lowell Community Charter Public School rank in MA?

Lowell Community Charter Public School ranks #1,289 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Lowell Community Charter Public School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lowell Community Charter Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Lowell Community Charter Public School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lowell Community Charter Public School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lowell Community Charter Public School a charter school?

Yes, Lowell Community Charter Public School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Lowell Community Charter Public School a Title I school?

No, Lowell Community Charter Public School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
97 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
64 Good Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
817
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
68
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.3%

District

Lowell Community Charter Public (District)
District Enrollment
817
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,770
District Rank
#1 of 1

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