Serving 448 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Charlotte M Murkland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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School Overview
Charlotte M Murkland Elementary School's student population of 448 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
448 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Charlotte M Murkland Elementary School 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 Charlotte M Murkland Elementary School is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1062 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
24%
8%
Hispanic
52%
26%
Black
9%
10%
White
10%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charlotte M Murkland Elementary School's ranking?
Charlotte M Murkland Elementary School is ranked #1062 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Charlotte M Murkland Elementary School often compared to?
Charlotte M Murkland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph Mcavinnue by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Charlotte M Murkland Elementary School?
448 students attend Charlotte M Murkland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Charlotte M Murkland Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charlotte M Murkland Elementary School?
Charlotte M Murkland Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Charlotte M Murkland Elementary School offer ?
Charlotte M Murkland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charlotte M Murkland Elementary School part of?
Charlotte M Murkland Elementary School is part of Lowell School District.
In what neighborhood is Charlotte M Murkland Elementary School located?
Charlotte M Murkland Elementary School is located in the The Acre neighborhood of Lowell, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in The Acre.
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