Serving 343 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lowell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lowell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Lowell Elementary School's student population of 343 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lowell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowell Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1796 out of 1854 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
86%
47%
Black
8%
6%
White
3%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowell Elementary School's ranking?
Lowell Elementary School is ranked #1796 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Lowell Elementary School often compared to?
Lowell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenilworth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Lowell Elementary School?
343 students attend Lowell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Lowell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lowell Elementary School?
Lowell Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lowell Elementary School offer ?
Lowell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Lowell Elementary School part of?
Lowell Elementary School is part of Phoenix Elementary District (4256) School District.
In what neighborhood is Lowell Elementary School located?
Lowell Elementary School is located in the Central City South neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 5 other public schools located in Central City South.
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