Serving 307 students in grades 3-5, Lowery Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lowery Elementary School serves the southwest part of Donaldsonville, LA, covering an area of approximately 56.5 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest point being about 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lowery Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lowery Elementary School's student population of 307 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
307 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Lowery Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowery Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#886 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
90%
42%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowery Elementary School's ranking?
Lowery Elementary School is ranked #886 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Lowery Elementary School?
307 students attend Lowery Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Lowery Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lowery Elementary School?
Lowery Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lowery Elementary School offer ?
Lowery Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lowery Elementary School part of?
Lowery Elementary School is part of Ascension Parish School District.
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