Below Average
#1490 of 1,793 schools in MA
Lowell High
High School · Lowell
50 Father Morrissette Boulevar, Lowell, MA 01852
Enrollment
3,402
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
3,402
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,490 of 1,793
In Lowell
#22 of 28
public schools
In district
#21 of 26
Lowell
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About Lowell High
Lowell High is a public high school in Lowell, MA, part of Lowell. Lowell High serves approximately 3,402 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lowell High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,490 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Lowell High show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
What's said publicly about Lowell High
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.
Sources (2)
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Lowell High is a large school: 3,402 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
37% of students at Lowell High 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
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Lowell High — Students at Lowell High score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 44 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.8/10.
How Lowell High Compares
See how Lowell High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
50 Father Morrissette Boulevar, Lowell, MA 01852
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lowell High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. The Career Academy (rated 4.3/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School (rated 3.8/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lowell, see our Lowell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School Lowell | 0.2 mi | 3.8 |
| HELLENIC AMERICAN ACADEMY Lowell | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Lowell Community Charter Public School Lowell | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| SAINT PATRICK SCHOOL AND EDUCATION CENTER Lowell | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Charlotte M Murkland Elementary Lowell | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Greenhalge Lowell | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Rogers STEM Academy Lowell | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Lowell | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Lowell | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School Lowell | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Henry J Robinson Middle Lowell | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| S Christa McAuliffe Elementary Lowell | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Bartlett Community Partnership Lowell | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| The Career Academy Lowell | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Moody Elementary Lowell | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Cardinal O'Connell Early Learning Center Lowell | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Abraham Lincoln Lowell | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| STE JEANNE D'ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lowell | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Greenmont Avenue Dracut | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| B.F. Butler Middle School Lowell | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Framingham High School Framingham, MA | 4.6 |
| Taunton High Taunton, MA | 4.7 |
| Everett High Everett, MA | 4.8 |
| Revere High Revere, MA | 4.2 |
| Lawrence High School Lawrence, MA | 3.9 |
| B M C Durfee High Fall River, MA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lowell High
What grades does Lowell High serve?
Lowell High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Lowell High?
Lowell High has an enrollment of approximately 3,402 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lowell High?
The student-teacher ratio at Lowell High is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lowell High rank in MA?
Lowell High ranks #1,490 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Lowell High's MySchoolScout rating?
Lowell High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lowell High has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lowell High a charter school?
No, Lowell High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lowell High a Title I school?
No, Lowell High is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 3,402
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 234
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.5%
- Phone
- (978) 937-8900
- 4-Year Graduation
- 86.0%
Resources & Links
District
Lowell- District Enrollment
- 14,273
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,440
- District Rank
- #21 of 26
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