A+
Excellent
100/100

James Russell Lowell

📚 K – 05 🏫 Elementary
📍 123 Lowell Ave., Watertown, MA 02472
100
Repit Score
out of 100
376
Students
enrolled
9.3:1
Student:Teacher
ratio
$68K
Per Student
spending

What We Evaluated

👨‍🏫 Class Size 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio
💰 Funding $68,134 per student
🏫 School Type Regular

School Information

Address 123 Lowell Ave.
City Watertown
ZIP Code 02472
District 2512180
NCES School ID 251218002002
Data Year 2024-25

Community Context for 02472

Understanding the community around James Russell Lowell helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income $117,584
Per Capita Income $69,431
Poverty Rate 3.1%
Households Earning $100K+ 58.7%

🎓 Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 66.4%
High School or Higher 95.2%

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value $722,000
Median Rent $2,179
Owner-Occupied 51.1%
Renter-Occupied 48.9%
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Student Demographics

Enrollment and demographic breakdown for James Russell Lowell.

👫 Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

🌎 Race & Ethnicity

White 54.0%
Hispanic/Latino 21.8%
Two or More Races 11.7%
Asian 9.8%
Black 2.7%

📋 Enrollment Summary

Total Enrollment 376
Teachers (FTE) 40.4
Student:Teacher Ratio 9.3:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Repit School Score for James Russell Lowell?
James Russell Lowell has a Repit School Score of 100 out of 100, earning a grade of A+. This score evaluates class size (student-teacher ratio), funding levels, and resources rather than just test scores.
How many students attend James Russell Lowell?
James Russell Lowell has 376 students enrolled for the 2024-25 school year. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.3:1.
What grades does James Russell Lowell serve?
James Russell Lowell serves grades K – 05 and is classified as a Elementary. This is a public school.
How much funding does James Russell Lowell receive per student?
James Russell Lowell receives $68,134 in per-pupil spending from its district. This is above the national average.
🏠 Rental Market Around James Russell Lowell in 02472 ▼
Avg Home Value
$838,285
Avg Monthly Rent
$3,167
1-Year Change
+3.4%
% Renters
48.9%

Other Schools in 02472

A+

Cunniff

K – 05 • Elementary
Repit Score 100/100
A+

Hosmer

Pre-K – 05 • Elementary
Repit Score 100/100
A+

Watertown High

09 – 12 • High School
Repit Score 100/100
A+

Watertown Middle

06 – 08 • Middle
Repit Score 100/100
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About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than actual school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention and better student outcomes.
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, teachers, and facilities directly affect education quality.
  • School Environment — School size and structure affect available programs and student experience.

Data source: NCES CCD 2024-25 | Last updated: September 2026