Serving 505 students in grades 5-8, B.f. Butler Middle 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 25% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
B.f. Butler Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
B.f. Butler Middle School's student population of 505 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
505 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
B.f. Butler Middle School 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 B.f. Butler Middle 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
#1365 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
31%
7%
Hispanic
39%
25%
Black
8%
10%
White
19%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 B.f. Butler Middle School's ranking?
B.f. Butler Middle School is ranked #1365 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are B.f. Butler Middle School often compared to?
B.f. Butler Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Sullivan Middle School, Dr An Wang School, Pyne Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend B.f. Butler Middle School?
505 students attend B.f. Butler Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of B.f. Butler Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of B.f. Butler Middle School?
B.f. Butler Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does B.f. Butler Middle School offer ?
B.f. Butler Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is B.f. Butler Middle School part of?
B.f. Butler Middle School is part of Lowell School District.
In what neighborhood is B.f. Butler Middle School located?
B.f. Butler Middle School is located in the South Lowell neighborhood of Lowell, MA. There are 4 other public schools located in South Lowell.
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