Serving 116 students in grades 5-8, Lowell 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 116 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lowell School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Lowell School's student population of 116 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
116 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Bisbee USD will be a collaborative environment that provides all students with a foundation that equips them socially and academically to be productive citizens.
School Rankings
Lowell 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 School is 0.45, 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
#1297 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
69%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
27%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowell School's ranking?
Lowell School is ranked #1297 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Lowell School?
116 students attend Lowell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Lowell School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lowell School?
Lowell School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lowell School offer ?
Lowell School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lowell School part of?
Lowell School is part of Bisbee Unified District (4169) School District.
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