Serving 755 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lowry Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 755 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lowry Elementary School serves the west part of Tampa, FL, covering an area of approximately 7.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lowry Elementary School's student population of 755 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
755 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lowry Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowry Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#863 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
41%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
7%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
40%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowry Elementary School's ranking?
Lowry Elementary School is ranked #863 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lowry Elementary School often compared to?
Lowry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westchase Elementary School, Hillsborough Academy Of Math And Science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lowry Elementary School?
755 students attend Lowry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Lowry Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lowry Elementary School?
Lowry Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lowry Elementary School offer ?
Lowry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lowry Elementary School part of?
Lowry Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Lowry Elementary School located?
Lowry Elementary School is located in the Countryway neighborhood of Tampa, FL.
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