Serving 454 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Dr Gertrude Bailey 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: DR Gertrude Bailey serves the west part of Lowell, MA, covering an area of approximately 7.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edges located up to 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr Gertrude Bailey ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Dr Gertrude Bailey's student population of 454 students has stayed relatively flat 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
454 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr Gertrude Bailey 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 Dr Gertrude Bailey is 0.74, 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
#849 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
34%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Gertrude Bailey's ranking?
Dr Gertrude Bailey is ranked #849 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Dr Gertrude Bailey often compared to?
Dr Gertrude Baileyis often viewed alongside schools like Pawtucketville Memorial, Collegiate Charter School Of Lowell by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Dr Gertrude Bailey?
454 students attend Dr Gertrude Bailey.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Dr Gertrude Bailey students are Asian, 31% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr Gertrude Bailey?
Dr Gertrude Bailey has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dr Gertrude Bailey offer ?
Dr Gertrude Bailey offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dr Gertrude Bailey part of?
Dr Gertrude Bailey is part of Lowell School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr Gertrude Bailey located?
Dr Gertrude Bailey is located in the Highlands neighborhood of Lowell, MA. There are 7 other public schools located in Highlands.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
this school was a great honor for my kid she loved it there.when she left for fifth grade she was crying the whole day. the staff was really nice.
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