Serving 408 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bartlett Community Partnership ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bartlett Community Partnership's student population of 408 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
408 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Bartlett Community Partnership ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bartlett Community Partnership is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1495 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
33%
8%
Hispanic
40%
26%
Black
10%
10%
White
13%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bartlett Community Partnership's ranking?
Bartlett Community Partnership is ranked #1495 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Bartlett Community Partnership?
408 students attend Bartlett Community Partnership.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Bartlett Community Partnership students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bartlett Community Partnership?
Bartlett Community Partnership has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bartlett Community Partnership offer ?
Bartlett Community Partnership offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bartlett Community Partnership part of?
Bartlett Community Partnership is part of Lowell School District.
In what neighborhood is Bartlett Community Partnership located?
Bartlett Community Partnership is located in the The Acre neighborhood of Lowell, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in The Acre.
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