Serving 462 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lowell Brune Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lowell Brune Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lowell Brune Elementary School's student population of 462 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Lowell Brune Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowell Brune Elementary School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1029 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
3%
Hispanic
29%
22%
Black
27%
7%
White
15%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowell Brune Elementary School's ranking?
Lowell Brune Elementary School is ranked #1029 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Lowell Brune Elementary School often compared to?
Lowell Brune Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver City Elementary School, Mark Twain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Lowell Brune Elementary School?
462 students attend Lowell Brune Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Lowell Brune Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 21% of students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lowell Brune Elementary School?
Lowell Brune Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lowell Brune Elementary School offer ?
Lowell Brune Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lowell Brune Elementary School part of?
Lowell Brune Elementary School is part of Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Lowell Brune Elementary School located?
Lowell Brune Elementary School is located in the Victory Hills neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 5 other public schools located in Victory Hills.
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