Serving 3,402 students in grades 9-12, Lowell High 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 29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 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 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,402 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 75% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lowell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lowell High School's student population of 3,402 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 234 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
3,402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
234 teachers
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 22, 2025
School Rankings
Lowell High 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 Lowell High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1022 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
28%
7%
Hispanic
40%
25%
Black
9%
10%
White
19%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowell High School's ranking?
Lowell High School is ranked #1022 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Lowell High School often compared to?
Lowell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gr Lowell Regional Vocational Technical by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lowell High School?
The graduation rate of Lowell High School is 75%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lowell High School?
3,402 students attend Lowell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Lowell High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lowell High School?
Lowell High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lowell High School offer ?
Lowell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lowell High School part of?
Lowell High School is part of Lowell School District.
In what neighborhood is Lowell High School located?
Lowell High School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Lowell, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in Downtown.
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