Serving 283 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lowell Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Lowell Elementary School serves the northeast part of Wheaton, IL, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lowell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lowell Elementary School's student population of 283 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
283 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring in everyone a passion to excel
School Rankings
Lowell Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowell Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#337 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
14%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
65%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
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)14.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowell Elementary School's ranking?
Lowell Elementary School is ranked #337 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lowell Elementary School?
283 students attend Lowell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Lowell Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 5% 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 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lowell Elementary School offer ?
Lowell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lowell Elementary School part of?
Lowell Elementary School is part of CUSD 200 School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Quality of teachers is poor - they have a very pious attitude toward children and parents. ANY school that would allow a teacher who says "shame on you" to their students on a regular basis to continue teaching is absolutely unethical. As well, this school has extreme bias against boys and children who have come from any other school district. None are as good as their district and they make the children pay if they come from another district. They really have no interest in the children's well being - it is just all about meeting their "extremely high" standards.
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