Serving 498 students in grades 7-8, Lowell Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lowell Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lowell, IN, covering approximately 178.7 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive time of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 11.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lowell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lowell Middle School's student population of 498 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
498 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lowell Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowell Middle School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#476 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.5%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowell Middle School's ranking?
Lowell Middle School is ranked #476 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Lowell Middle School?
498 students attend Lowell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Lowell Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lowell Middle School?
Lowell Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lowell Middle School offer ?
Lowell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lowell Middle School part of?
Lowell Middle School is part of Tri-Creek School Corporation School District.
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