Serving 392 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lowry Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lowry Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lowry Elementary School's student population of 392 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lowry Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowry Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1028 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
29%
36%
Black
35%
5%
White
22%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowry Elementary School's ranking?
Lowry Elementary School is ranked #1028 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Lowry Elementary School?
392 students attend Lowry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Lowry Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lowry Elementary School?
Lowry Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
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 School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Lowry Elementary School located?
Lowry Elementary School is located in the East neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 18 other public schools located in East.
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