Serving 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Peter W Reilly 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peter W Reilly ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Peter W Reilly's student population of 471 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
471 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Peter W Reilly 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 Peter W Reilly is 0.70, 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
#1001 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
8%
Hispanic
37%
26%
Black
6%
10%
White
39%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peter W Reilly's ranking?
Peter W Reilly is ranked #1001 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Peter W Reilly?
471 students attend Peter W Reilly.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Peter W Reilly students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peter W Reilly?
Peter W Reilly has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Peter W Reilly offer ?
Peter W Reilly offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Peter W Reilly part of?
Peter W Reilly is part of Lowell School District.
In what neighborhood is Peter W Reilly located?
Peter W Reilly is located in the Belvidere neighborhood of Lowell, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in Belvidere.
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