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Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School

High School · Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter (District)

67 Middle Street, Lowell, MA 01852

Charter

Enrollment

106

Student-Teacher

17.7:1

Score

3.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,655 of 1,793

In Lowell

#26 of 28

public schools

Academic growth

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School

3.8/10

High School in Lowell · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School

Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School is a public high school in Lowell, MA, part of Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter (District). Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School serves approximately 106 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,655 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.6 pts below MA schools
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 106 students, Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School 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.

Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change0 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics1.9Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency6% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-39.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-34 pts
Overall Proficiency12% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-36.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
College Readiness1.5Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate≤20%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,614

Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School — Students at Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.6% (multi-year state average, 2022-2025)
ELA Proficiency 53.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
57.4% (multi-year state average, 2022-2025)

Based on 31 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
69.5%
ELA
69.5%
2011
Math
24.5%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
69.5%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
90%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2017
ELA
75%
2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
12.5%
ELA
26%
2023
ELA
14%
2024
ELA
23%
2025
Math
6%
ELA
18%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.

How Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School Compares

See how Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.8/10
8th percentile in MA
Academic
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement

Location

67 Middle Street, Lowell, MA 01852

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lowell High (rated 4.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, The Career Academy (rated 4.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lowell, see our Lowell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Lowell High Lowell 0.2 mi 4.5
Lowell Community Charter Public School Lowell 0.3 mi 5.1
HELLENIC AMERICAN ACADEMY Lowell 0.3 mi 6.5
Rogers STEM Academy Lowell 0.5 mi 6.2
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Lowell 0.4 mi 4.9
SAINT PATRICK SCHOOL AND EDUCATION CENTER Lowell 0.5 mi 6.2
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Lowell 0.6 mi 5.7
Charlotte M Murkland Elementary Lowell 0.6 mi 6.7
Greenhalge Lowell 0.8 mi 5.2
Moody Elementary Lowell 0.9 mi 5.7
Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School Lowell 0.8 mi 7.1
Cardinal O'Connell Early Learning Center Lowell 1.1 mi 5.5
Henry J Robinson Middle Lowell 1.0 mi 5.7
S Christa McAuliffe Elementary Lowell 1.1 mi 4.6
The Career Academy Lowell 1.0 mi 4.3
Abraham Lincoln Lowell 1.2 mi 6.6
Bartlett Community Partnership Lowell 1.0 mi 7.4
B.F. Butler Middle School Lowell 1.4 mi 6.8
John J Shaughnessy Lowell 1.5 mi 3.6
Laura Lee Therapeutic Day School Lowell 1.5 mi

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
TRIVIUM SCHOOL Lancaster, MA 4.1
Full Circle High School Somerville, MA 4.2
Springfield Public Day High School Springfield, MA 4.3
The Career Academy Lowell, MA 4.3
Springfield International Academy at Sci-Tech Springfield, MA 4.5
Chicopee Academy Chicopee, MA 4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School

What grades does Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School serve?

Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School?

Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 106 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School rank in MA?

Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School ranks #1,655 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School a charter school?

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

Is Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School a Title I school?

No, Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
98 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
63 Good Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
106
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
4-Year Graduation
≤20%

District

Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter (District)
District Enrollment
106
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,614
District Rank
#1 of 1

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