Serving 464 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pyne Arts 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 36% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pyne Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pyne Arts's student population of 464 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
464 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Pyne Arts 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 Pyne Arts is 0.70, 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
#940 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
7%
Hispanic
39%
25%
Black
5%
10%
White
35%
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
62%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Pyne Arts's ranking?
Pyne Arts is ranked #940 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Pyne Arts often compared to?
Pyne Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Rogers Stem Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Pyne Arts?
464 students attend Pyne Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Pyne Arts students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pyne Arts?
Pyne Arts has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pyne Arts offer ?
Pyne Arts offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pyne Arts part of?
Pyne Arts is part of Lowell School District.
In what neighborhood is Pyne Arts located?
Pyne Arts is located in the South Lowell neighborhood of Lowell, MA. There are 4 other public schools located in South Lowell.
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