F Top 96%

The Career Academy

Grades 09-12 LOWELL, MA

Moved up 363 places from 2024 to 2025

#25 State Rank
C- District Grade
125 Smith Street, LOWELL, MA 01851
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Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
108 Students
77.5% Attendance Rate
18.1 Composite Score
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MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2024 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.

English Language Arts

9% Meeting or exceeding expectations
2023 8% 8%
2024 9% 9%

Mathematics

Not published Meeting or exceeding expectations
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Available grade results for the latest 2 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2024English Language Arts10 9%—
2024Mathematics10 ——
2023English Language Arts10 8%—
2023Mathematics10 8%—

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

108 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Hispanic 55.6%
White 22.2%
Asian 12%
Multiracial 5.6%
Black 4.6%

Gender

61.1% Male
38.9% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 33.3%
Special Education 25.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch 80.6%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

25% Dropout Rate

Attendance

77.5% Attendance Rate
56.6% Chronic Absence

College Readiness

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Location

125 Smith Street, LOWELL, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Career Academy's grade rating?

The Career Academy has earned a grade of F, ranked #25 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 96% of Massachusetts High 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 The Career Academy?

Approximately 108 students are enrolled at The Career Academy.

How does The Career Academy perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, The Career Academy's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (9% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the graduation rate at The Career Academy?

The Career Academy has a 50% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at The Career Academy?

The Career Academy has an attendance rate of 77.5%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is The Career Academy part of?

The Career Academy is part of Lowell 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.