Best Public Schools in Zip Code 01851

The 01851 zip code area of Lowell, Massachusetts is home to 9 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 high school, and 2 alternative schools. The data reveals a mix of standout performers and schools facing challenges, with notable differences in test scores, graduation rates, and per-student spending across the district.

Among the top-performing schools in the area are James S Daley Middle School, which consistently ranks in the top 40% of Massachusetts middle schools and outperforms the Lowell district and state averages in core subject areas, and Dr. Gertrude Bailey Elementary School, which is ranked in the top 50% of Massachusetts elementary schools and also exceeds district and state benchmarks in English Language Arts and Mathematics.

In contrast, the Collegiate Charter School of Lowell and the alternative schools, Dr. Janice Adie Day School and Laura Lee Therapeutic Day School, face challenges, with lower proficiency rates, graduation rates, and higher dropout rates compared to the state averages. The data suggests the need for further investigation into the factors contributing to these performance gaps and potential strategies to address them.