Serving 429 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 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph Mcavinnue ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Joseph Mcavinnue's student population of 429 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
429 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
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 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1299 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
7%
Hispanic
49%
25%
Black
9%
10%
White
22%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 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?
429 students attend Joseph Mcavinnue.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Joseph Mcavinnue students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 9% 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 12:1, which is equal to 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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