Serving 242 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Washington 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Washington's student population of 242 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington is 0.73, 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
#1281 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
40%
7%
Hispanic
27%
25%
Black
5%
10%
White
18%
53%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington's ranking?
Washington is ranked #1281 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Washington often compared to?
Washingtonis often viewed alongside schools like Pyne Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Washington?
242 students attend Washington.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Washington students are Asian, 27% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington?
Washington has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Washington offer ?
Washington offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington part of?
Washington is part of Lowell School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington located?
Washington is located in the Highlands neighborhood of Lowell, MA. There are 7 other public schools located in Highlands.
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