Serving 613 students in grades 5-8, Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School 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 24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 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 88% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School serves the west part of Lowell, MA, covering an area of approximately 7.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.7 miles to the school from the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School's student population of 613 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
613 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
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School Rankings
Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle 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 Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1326 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Asian
42%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hispanic
37%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
White
12%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.4%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 20-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 Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School's ranking?
Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School is ranked #1326 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School often compared to?
Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr An Wang School, James S Daley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School?
613 students attend Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School students are Asian, 37% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School?
Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School offer ?
Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School part of?
Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School is part of Lowell School District.
In what neighborhood is Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School located?
Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle 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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