Below Average
#1460 of 1,793 schools in MA
S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary
Elementary School · Lowell
570 Beacon Street, Lowell, MA 01850
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,460 of 1,793
In Lowell
#21 of 28
public schools
In district
#20 of 26
Lowell
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S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary
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About S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary
S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary is a public elementary school in Lowell, MA, part of Lowell. S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary serves approximately 482 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,460 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.8
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary — Students at S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 56 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 3.7/10.
How S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary Compares
See how S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
570 Beacon Street, Lowell, MA 01850
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Peter W Reilly (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bartlett Community Partnership (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STE JEANNE D'ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lowell, see our Lowell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Henry J Robinson Middle Lowell | 0.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Greenhalge Lowell | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Lowell | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Greenmont Avenue Dracut | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Lowell | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Lowell High Lowell | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School Lowell | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| HELLENIC AMERICAN ACADEMY Lowell | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Lowell Community Charter Public School Lowell | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| SAINT PATRICK SCHOOL AND EDUCATION CENTER Lowell | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Charlotte M Murkland Elementary Lowell | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Rogers STEM Academy Lowell | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Moody Elementary Lowell | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| STE JEANNE D'ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lowell | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School Lowell | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| James Sullivan Middle School Lowell | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Peter W Reilly Lowell | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Bartlett Community Partnership Lowell | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Cardinal O'Connell Early Learning Center Lowell | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Leblanc Therapeutic Day School Lowell | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01850 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,581
Median Home Value
$367,200
Median Rent
$1,666/mo
Population
16,983
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
49.9%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
34.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| City View Worcester, MA | 4.6 |
| Daniel B Brunton Springfield, MA | 4.6 |
| Dighton Elementary Dighton, MA | 4.6 |
| East Meadow Granby, MA | 4.6 |
| Fairview Elementary Chicopee, MA | 4.6 |
| Highlands Danvers, MA | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary
What grades does S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary serve?
S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary?
S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 482 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary rank in MA?
S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary ranks #1,460 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary a charter school?
No, S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary a Title I school?
No, S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 482
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.7%
- Phone
- (978) 937-2838
Resources & Links
District
Lowell- District Enrollment
- 14,273
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,440
- District Rank
- #20 of 26
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