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#267 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 15% in state

Peter W Reilly

Elementary School · Lowell

115 Douglas Road, Lowell, MA 01852

Enrollment

461

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#267 of 1,793

In Lowell

#1 of 28

public schools

In district

#1 of 26

Lowell

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Peter W Reilly

8.2/10

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

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6.2/10

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6.8/10

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About Peter W Reilly

Peter W Reilly is a public elementary school in Lowell, MA, part of Lowell. Peter W Reilly serves approximately 461 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Peter W Reilly has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #267 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Peter W Reilly show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 5.8
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change+0.59 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.6 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+15.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,440
Chronic Absenteeism26.2%

Peter W Reilly — Students at Peter W Reilly score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 33.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.2% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 39.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 60 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
32%
2010
Math
38%
ELA
40%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
48%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
30.3%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
31.7%
ELA
29.7%
2023
Math
42.5%
ELA
41.5%
2024
Math
38%
ELA
30%
2025
Math
39.5%
ELA
42%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Peter W Reilly Compares

See how Peter W Reilly performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
85th percentile in MA
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
5.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.2%

Location

115 Douglas Road, Lowell, MA 01852

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Peter W Reilly may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. L F Dewing (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Tewksbury), with a very similar rating. Another option is HELLENIC AMERICAN ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Rogers STEM Academy (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lowell, see our Lowell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
James Sullivan Middle School Lowell 0.1 mi 6.2
Leblanc Therapeutic Day School Lowell 0.5 mi 6.8
Pyne Arts Lowell 1.0 mi 5.8
Moody Elementary Lowell 0.9 mi 5.7
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Lowell 1.1 mi 4.9
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Lowell 1.3 mi 5.7
Joseph A Campbell Elementary Dracut 1.8 mi 5.1
Henry J Robinson Middle Lowell 1.7 mi 5.7
B.F. Butler Middle School Lowell 1.7 mi 6.8
Cardinal O'Connell Early Learning Center Lowell 1.6 mi 5.5
S Christa McAuliffe Elementary Lowell 1.7 mi 4.6
Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School Lowell 1.5 mi 3.8
John J Shaughnessy Lowell 1.7 mi 3.6
Rogers STEM Academy Lowell 1.6 mi 6.2
Lowell Community Charter Public School Lowell 1.6 mi 5.1
Lowell High Lowell 1.7 mi 4.5
L F Dewing Tewksbury 1.7 mi 7.9
Greenhalge Lowell 1.9 mi 5.2
MELMARK NEW ENGLAND Andover 1.9 mi 7.9
HELLENIC AMERICAN ACADEMY Lowell 1.8 mi 6.5

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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Brackett Arlington, MA 8.2
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Peter W Reilly

What grades does Peter W Reilly serve?

Peter W Reilly serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Peter W Reilly?

Peter W Reilly has an enrollment of approximately 461 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Peter W Reilly?

The student-teacher ratio at Peter W Reilly 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 Peter W Reilly rank in MA?

Peter W Reilly ranks #267 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Peter W Reilly's MySchoolScout rating?

Peter W Reilly has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Peter W Reilly?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Peter W Reilly has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Peter W Reilly a charter school?

No, Peter W Reilly is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Peter W Reilly a Title I school?

No, Peter W Reilly is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
30 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
461
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.2%

District

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

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