Serving 448 students in grades 6-8, Lowrey Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lowrey Middle School serves the northeast part of Dearborn, MI, covering an attendance zone of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most areas within this zone are about a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge located 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lowrey Middle School's student population of 448 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
448 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Lowrey Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowrey Middle School is 0.06, 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
#1283 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
35%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
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Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
97%
63%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
45%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowrey Middle School's ranking?
Lowrey Middle School is ranked #1283 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Lowrey Middle School?
448 students attend Lowrey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Lowrey Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lowrey Middle School?
Lowrey Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lowrey Middle School offer ?
Lowrey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lowrey Middle School part of?
Lowrey Middle School is part of Dearborn City School District.
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