Serving 485 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, John J Shaughnessy 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 80% 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: 485 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
John J Shaughnessy's student population of 485 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
485 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
John J Shaughnessy 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 John J Shaughnessy is 0.69, 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
#1299 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
8%
Hispanic
47%
26%
Black
6%
10%
White
20%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John J Shaughnessy's ranking?
John J Shaughnessy is ranked #1299 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend John J Shaughnessy?
485 students attend John J Shaughnessy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of John J Shaughnessy students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John J Shaughnessy?
John J Shaughnessy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does John J Shaughnessy offer ?
John J Shaughnessy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John J Shaughnessy part of?
John J Shaughnessy is part of Lowell School District.
In what neighborhood is John J Shaughnessy located?
John J Shaughnessy is located in the South Lowell neighborhood of Lowell, MA. There are 4 other public schools located in South Lowell.
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