Serving 447 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Joseph Mcavinnue 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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Joseph McAvinnue School serves the west part of Lowell, MA, covering an area of approximately 7.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph Mcavinnue's student population of 447 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
447 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Joseph Mcavinnue 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 Joseph Mcavinnue 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
16%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
49%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
11%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
19%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph Mcavinnue's ranking?
Joseph Mcavinnue is ranked #1299 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Joseph Mcavinnue often compared to?
Joseph Mcavinnueis often viewed alongside schools like Charlotte M Murkland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 Joseph Mcavinnue?
447 students attend Joseph Mcavinnue.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Joseph Mcavinnue students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph Mcavinnue?
Joseph Mcavinnue has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Joseph Mcavinnue offer ?
Joseph Mcavinnue offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Joseph Mcavinnue part of?
Joseph Mcavinnue is part of Lowell School District.
In what neighborhood is Joseph Mcavinnue located?
Joseph Mcavinnue is located in the Pawtucketville neighborhood of Lowell, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in Pawtucketville.
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