Skip to main content

Average

#1073 of 1,793 schools in MA

Pyne Arts

Elementary School · Lowell

145 Boylston Street, Lowell, MA 01852

Enrollment

464

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,073 of 1,793

In Lowell

#13 of 28

public schools

In district

#13 of 26

Lowell

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Pyne Arts?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Pyne Arts

5.8/10

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

Leblanc Therapeutic Day School

6.8/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Moody Elementary

5.7/10

0.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Pyne Arts

Pyne Arts is a public elementary school in Lowell, MA, part of Lowell. Pyne Arts serves approximately 464 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Pyne Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,073 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Pyne Arts show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency32.8% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-9.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.1 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+9.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,440
Chronic Absenteeism16.6%

Pyne Arts — Students at Pyne Arts score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.4% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 46.9% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
55%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
54%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
52.3%
2019
Math
50.6%
ELA
53.9%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
28.4%
ELA
48.1%
2022
Math
35.3%
ELA
42.3%
2023
Math
34.3%
ELA
40%
2024
Math
29.2%
ELA
34.7%
2025
Math
32.8%
ELA
37.5%

* 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 Pyne Arts Compares

See how Pyne Arts performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in MA
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.6%

Location

145 Boylston Street, Lowell, MA 01852

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pyne Arts may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Peter W Reilly (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Abraham Lincoln (rated 6.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HELLENIC AMERICAN ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lowell, see our Lowell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Leblanc Therapeutic Day School Lowell 0.5 mi 6.8
Moody Elementary Lowell 0.8 mi 5.7
James Sullivan Middle School Lowell 1.0 mi 6.2
B.F. Butler Middle School Lowell 0.8 mi 6.8
Peter W Reilly Lowell 1.0 mi 8.2
John J Shaughnessy Lowell 0.9 mi 3.6
Cardinal O'Connell Early Learning Center Lowell 1.0 mi 5.5
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Lowell 1.4 mi 4.9
Rogers STEM Academy Lowell 1.3 mi 6.2
Dr. Janice Adie Day School Chelmsford 1.5 mi 4.4
Lowell Community Charter Public School Lowell 1.5 mi 5.1
Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School Lowell 1.6 mi 3.8
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Lowell 1.8 mi 5.7
Lowell High Lowell 1.8 mi 4.5
Abraham Lincoln Lowell 1.6 mi 6.6
HELLENIC AMERICAN ACADEMY Lowell 1.8 mi 6.5
NE PEDIATRIC SCHOOL North Billerica 2.4 mi 5.3
Laura Lee Therapeutic Day School Lowell 1.8 mi
Henry J Robinson Middle Lowell 2.3 mi 5.7
The Career Academy Lowell 1.8 mi 4.3

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
Haley Pilot School Roslindale, MA 5.8
Holmes Elementary School Dorchester, MA 5.8
Houghton Elementary Sterling, MA 5.8
Hurley K-8 School Boston, MA 5.8
John J McGlynn Elementary School Medford, MA 5.8
Major Edwards Elementary West Boylston, MA 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pyne Arts

What grades does Pyne Arts serve?

Pyne Arts serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Pyne Arts?

Pyne Arts has an enrollment of approximately 464 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pyne Arts?

The student-teacher ratio at Pyne Arts is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pyne Arts rank in MA?

Pyne Arts ranks #1,073 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Pyne Arts's MySchoolScout rating?

Pyne Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Pyne Arts?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pyne Arts has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Pyne Arts a charter school?

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

Is Pyne Arts a Title I school?

No, Pyne Arts is not currently a Title I school.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.6%

District

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

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.