Serving 680 students in grades 5-8, James S Daley Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James S Daley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
James S Daley Middle School's student population of 680 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
680 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
James S Daley 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 S Daley 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
#852 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
51%
7%
Hispanic
19%
25%
Black
5%
10%
White
21%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
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 James S Daley Middle School's ranking?
James S Daley Middle School is ranked #852 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are James S Daley Middle School often compared to?
James S Daley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr An Wang School, Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School, Lowell Community Charter Public School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend James S Daley Middle School?
680 students attend James S Daley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of James S Daley Middle School students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James S Daley Middle School?
James S Daley Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does James S Daley Middle School offer ?
James S Daley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James S Daley Middle School part of?
James S Daley Middle School is part of Lowell School District.
In what neighborhood is James S Daley Middle School located?
James S Daley Middle School is located in the Highlands neighborhood of Lowell, MA. There are 7 other public schools located in Highlands.
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