Serving 608 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lowe Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Lowe Elementary School serves the northeast part of Louisville, KY, covering an area of approximately 7 square miles. Most students live about 1.7 miles from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being 2.6 miles away, typically resulting in a drive of 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lowe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lowe Elementary School's student population of 608 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
608 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lowe Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowe Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#66 out of 1250 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
23%
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
12%
11%
White
49%
71%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowe Elementary School's ranking?
Lowe Elementary School is ranked #66 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Lowe Elementary School often compared to?
Lowe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stopher Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Lowe Elementary School?
608 students attend Lowe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Lowe Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lowe Elementary School?
Lowe Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lowe Elementary School offer ?
Lowe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lowe Elementary School part of?
Lowe Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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