Serving 617 students in grades 5-8, James Sullivan 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 14% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Sullivan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
James Sullivan Middle School's student population of 617 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
617 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
James Sullivan 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 James Sullivan Middle School is 0.66, 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
#1451 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
7%
Hispanic
49%
25%
Black
5%
10%
White
30%
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
68%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 James Sullivan Middle School's ranking?
James Sullivan Middle School is ranked #1451 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are James Sullivan Middle School often compared to?
James Sullivan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like B.f. Butler Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend James Sullivan Middle School?
617 students attend James Sullivan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of James Sullivan Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James Sullivan Middle School?
James Sullivan Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does James Sullivan Middle School offer ?
James Sullivan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James Sullivan Middle School part of?
James Sullivan Middle School is part of Lowell School District.
In what neighborhood is James Sullivan Middle School located?
James Sullivan Middle School is located in the Belvidere neighborhood of Lowell, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in Belvidere.
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