Serving 347 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lowell Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lowell Elementary serves the north part of Waukesha, WI, covering an approximate area of 1.3 square miles, where most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 0.7 miles, with the furthest boundary being 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lowell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lowell Elementary School's student population of 347 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
347 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Lowell Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowell Elementary School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#944 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
23%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
60%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowell Elementary School's ranking?
Lowell Elementary School is ranked #944 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Lowell Elementary School often compared to?
Lowell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Summit View Elementary School, Meadowbrook Elementary School, Prairie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Lowell Elementary School?
347 students attend Lowell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Lowell Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lowell Elementary School?
Lowell Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lowell Elementary School offer ?
Lowell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lowell Elementary School part of?
Lowell Elementary School is part of Waukesha School District.
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