Serving 441 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, 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 15% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lowell Elementary School serves the southwest part of Mesa, AZ, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Typically, families within this zone can expect a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the zone extending up to 1.8 miles from its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lowell Elementary School's student population of 441 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
441 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lowell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowell Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1352 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
84%
49%
Black
4%
6%
White
8%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.1%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
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 #1352 out of 1,921 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 Garfield School, Paul Dunbar Lawrence School, Eisenhower Center For Innovation by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Lowell Elementary School?
441 students attend Lowell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Lowell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lowell Elementary School?
Lowell Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, 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-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lowell Elementary School part of?
Lowell Elementary School is part of Mesa Unified District (4235).
In what neighborhood is Lowell Elementary School located?
Lowell Elementary School is located in the Community Fiesta neighborhood of Mesa, AZ.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Lowell is a great school to attend. The teachers are ALL highly qualified and truly care about their students. All negativity is gone from this school and only positive learning will continue!!
4 10/10/2025
This year has a new principal and I see great things happening. Overall this is a great school and the staff is amazing.
5 10/10/2025
This has a new principal and we can already see the positive changes for the staff and students! Lowell is a great school and embraces our community as well! Go Roadrunners!
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