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#1529 of 1,793 schools in MA

Pawtucketville Memorial

Elementary School · Lowell

425 West Meadow Road, Lowell, MA 01854

Enrollment

452

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,529 of 1,793

In Lowell

#23 of 28

public schools

In district

#22 of 26

Lowell

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Pawtucketville Memorial

4.4/10

Elementary School in Lowell · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pawtucketville Memorial

Pawtucketville Memorial is a public elementary school in Lowell, MA, part of Lowell. Pawtucketville Memorial serves approximately 452 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Pawtucketville Memorial has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,529 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Pawtucketville Memorial show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-7.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.6 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,440
Chronic Absenteeism21.9%

Pawtucketville Memorial — Students at Pawtucketville Memorial score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 46.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 56 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
47%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
44.7%
ELA
60.7%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
53.7%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
24.7%
ELA
47.7%
2022
Math
38.3%
ELA
41.7%
2023
Math
37%
ELA
31.5%
2024
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
35%
ELA
31%

* 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: 2.8/10.

How Pawtucketville Memorial Compares

See how Pawtucketville Memorial performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
15th percentile in MA
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.9%

Location

425 West Meadow Road, Lowell, MA 01854

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pawtucketville Memorial may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bartlett Community Partnership (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KEYSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby North Chelmsford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dr Gertrude Bailey (rated 6.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lowell, see our Lowell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Dr An Wang School Lowell 0.1 mi 4.2
Collegiate Charter School of Lowell Lowell 0.9 mi 2.8
Joseph McAvinnue Lowell 0.8 mi 6.7
COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lowell 1.2 mi 5.4
STE JEANNE D'ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lowell 1.2 mi 6.8
Bartlett Community Partnership Lowell 1.1 mi 7.4
Charles W Morey Lowell 1.4 mi 4.8
Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School Lowell 1.3 mi 7.1
Brookside Elementary Dracut 1.8 mi 3.3
James S Daley Middle School Lowell 1.8 mi 8.0
Justus C. Richardson Middle School Dracut 1.9 mi 5.0
Charlotte M Murkland Elementary Lowell 1.5 mi 6.7
KEYSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL North Chelmsford 1.6 mi 7.1
Dracut Senior High Dracut 2.0 mi 4.7
Dr Gertrude Bailey Lowell 2.0 mi 6.9
The Career Academy Lowell 1.7 mi 4.3
George H. Englesby Elementary School Dracut 2.1 mi 5.7
SAINT PATRICK SCHOOL AND EDUCATION CENTER Lowell 1.6 mi 6.2
Washington Lowell 2.0 mi 4.9
McCarthy Middle School Chelmsford 2.2 mi 6.4

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

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School Winthrop, MA 4.4
James B Congdon New Bedford, MA 4.4
James Clark School Agawam, MA 4.4
John E. McCarthy Peabody, MA 4.4
Littleville Elementary School Huntington, MA 4.4
Memorial Winchendon, MA 4.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pawtucketville Memorial

What grades does Pawtucketville Memorial serve?

Pawtucketville Memorial serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Pawtucketville Memorial?

Pawtucketville Memorial has an enrollment of approximately 452 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pawtucketville Memorial?

The student-teacher ratio at Pawtucketville Memorial is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pawtucketville Memorial rank in MA?

Pawtucketville Memorial ranks #1,529 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Pawtucketville Memorial's MySchoolScout rating?

Pawtucketville Memorial has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Pawtucketville Memorial?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pawtucketville Memorial has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Pawtucketville Memorial a charter school?

No, Pawtucketville Memorial is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pawtucketville Memorial a Title I school?

No, Pawtucketville Memorial is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.9%

District

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

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