Overview

J.R. Lowell Elementary School is a public school in Watertown, MA. It is one of 3 elementary schools in Watertown School District.

School Rating

J.R. Lowell Elementary School is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in Massachusetts with the same grade levels.
8/10
ӣƵ Rating

Rating Factors

The ӣƵ Rating for this school is based on the following elements.
ACADEMICS

Test Scores

These scores reflect how well students at this school perform on state-required tests.
Parent Tip
Even high-performing schools can have disparities between student groups. Understand what on-track learning looks like for your child and how you can help at home.
Sources
ACADEMICS

Race/Ethnicity

Sources
ACADEMICS

Low-Income Students

Notice something missing or confusing?
Sources
ACADEMICS

Students With Disabilities

Notice something missing or confusing?
Sources
STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
Sources
STUDENT LIFE

Teachers & Staff

What makes a great teacher? The truth may surprise you.
Parent Tip
³󲹳’s the most important thing to look for in the staff at a school?
Sources
STUDENT LIFE

About the School

Sources
3.6
13 Reviews
5 stars  
4 stars  
3 stars  
2 stars  
1 star  

Neighborhood

175 Orchard Street
Watertown, MA 02472
School leader: Stacy Phelan
(617) 926-7770
(617) 926-2676
School leader email
School attendance zone
Map of J.R. Lowell Elementary School address. Map of J.R. Lowell Elementary School address. Map of J.R. Lowell Elementary School address.

Nearby Schools

  • NA
    Belmont Nursery School
    0.26 miles
    Private; PK
    0 (0 Reviews)
  • NA
    Christ Lutheran Cc & Nursery
    0.38 miles
    Private; PK
    0 (0 Reviews)
  • NA
    Orchard Home and School
    0.47 miles
    Private; Ungraded
    1.0 (1 Review)
  • NA
    Waldorf High School of Massachusetts Bay
    0.48 miles
    Private; 9-12
    5.0 (3 Reviews)
  • NA
    Beacon High School
    0.48 miles
    Private; 7-12
    2.4 (5 Reviews)
  • NA
    Adventures Preschool Childrens
    0.5 miles
    Private; K
    5.0 (6 Reviews)
  • 7 /10
    Watertown Middle School
    0.51 miles
    Public district; 6-8
    2.4 (12 Reviews)
  • 5 /10
    Watertown High School
    0.56 miles
    Public district; 9-12 & Ungraded
    1.8 (6 Reviews)
  • NA
    A Learning Experience
    0.58 miles
    Private; PK
    0 (0 Reviews)
  • 10 /10
    Arlington High School
    2.98 miles
    Public district; 9-12
    4.2 (6 Reviews)
  • 10 /10
    Medfield Senior High School
    14.49 miles
    Public district; 9-12
    4.0 (4 Reviews)
  • 10 /10
    Melrose High School
    8.44 miles
    Public district; 9-12 & Ungraded
    2.5 (8 Reviews)
  • 10 /10
    Natick High School
    11.46 miles
    Public district; PK, 9-12
    3.2 (9 Reviews)
  • 10 /10
    Broadmeadow Elementary School
    6.87 miles
    Public district; K-5
    5.0 (2 Reviews)
  • 10 /10
    Needham High School
    6.72 miles
    Public district; 9-12
    3.5 (2 Reviews)
  • 10 /10
    Newton South High School
    4.33 miles
    Public district; 9-12 & Ungraded
    2.8 (11 Reviews)
  • 10 /10
    L D Batchelder
    14.67 miles
    Public district; K-5
    0 (0 Reviews)
  • 10 /10
    Bedford High School
    9.46 miles
    Public district; 9-12
    3.7 (12 Reviews)
  • 10 /10
    Wayland High School
    10.03 miles
    Public district; 9-12
    4.4 (7 Reviews)