C- Top 82%

Parthum Middle School

Grades 05-08 LAWRENCE, MA

Moved down 12 places from 2024 to 2025

#290 State Rank
D District Grade
255 East Haverhill Street, LAWRENCE, MA 01841
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
572 Students
95.2% Attendance Rate
32.4 Composite Score
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MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results

Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.

CIV

20% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2% exceeding expectations

English Language Arts

25.3% Meeting or exceeding expectations

4% exceeding expectations

2023 28.8% 28.8%
2024 24.3% 24.3%
2025 25.3% 25.3%

Mathematics

26% Meeting or exceeding expectations

3% exceeding expectations

2023 28.3% 28.3%
2024 26.8% 26.8%
2025 26% 26%

Science

20.5% Meeting or exceeding expectations

1% exceeding expectations

2023 20% 20%
2024 24% 24%
2025 20.5% 20.5%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025CIV08 20%2%
2025English Language Arts05 14%2%
2025English Language Arts06 35%4%
2025English Language Arts07 23%3%
2025English Language Arts08 29%7%
2025Mathematics05 36%2%
2025Mathematics06 21%1%
2025Mathematics07 24%4%
2025Mathematics08 23%5%
2025Science05 21%1%
2025Science08 20%1%
2024English Language Arts05 22%2%
2024English Language Arts06 16%2%
2024English Language Arts07 25%5%
2024English Language Arts08 34%8%
2024Mathematics05 34%1%
2024Mathematics06 18%1%
2024Mathematics07 26%2%
2024Mathematics08 29%9%
2024Science05 25%1%
2024Science08 23%1%
2023English Language Arts05 22%—
2023English Language Arts06 22%4%
2023English Language Arts07 33%6%
2023English Language Arts08 38%7%
2023Mathematics05 34%1%
2023Mathematics06 20%2%
2023Mathematics07 32%5%
2023Mathematics08 27%3%
2023Science05 20%1%
2023Science08 20%1%

MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.

Student Demographics

572 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Hispanic 94.4%
White 3.5%
Black 1.6%
Asian 0.5%

Gender

54.2% Male
45.6% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 30.2%
Special Education 15.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch 80.1%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

95.2% Attendance Rate
11% Chronic Absence

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Location

255 East Haverhill Street, LAWRENCE, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Parthum Middle School's grade rating?

Parthum Middle School has earned a grade of C-, ranked #290 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 82% of Massachusetts Combined schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Parthum Middle School?

Approximately 572 students are enrolled at Parthum Middle School.

How does Parthum Middle School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Parthum Middle School's proficiency rates are: CIV (20% proficient), English Language Arts (25% proficient), Mathematics (26% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Parthum Middle School?

Parthum Middle School has an attendance rate of 95.2%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Parthum Middle School part of?

Parthum Middle School is part of Lawrence School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.