Mcdonough City Magnet School serves 326 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
Minority enrollment was 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
326 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
7%
Hispanic
33%
25%
Black
14%
10%
White
35%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Mcdonough City Magnet School?
326 students attend Mcdonough City Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Mcdonough City Magnet School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, and 14% of students are Black.
What grades does Mcdonough City Magnet School offer ?
Mcdonough City Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Mcdonough City Magnet School part of?
Mcdonough City Magnet School is part of Lowell School District.
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