Serving 209 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lowell International Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lowell Elementary serves the southern part of its school district in Milwaukee, WI, covering approximately 1.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest area from the school being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lowell International Elementary School's student population of 209 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
209 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lowell International Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowell International Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#1618 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
46%
14%
Black
20%
9%
White
13%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.6%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowell International Elementary School's ranking?
Lowell International Elementary School is ranked #1618 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Lowell International Elementary School?
209 students attend Lowell International Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Lowell International Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lowell International Elementary School?
Lowell International Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lowell International Elementary School offer ?
Lowell International Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lowell International Elementary School part of?
Lowell International Elementary School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Lowell International Elementary School located?
Lowell International Elementary School is located in the Wilson Park neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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