Serving 306 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, S Ray Lowder Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: S Ray Lowder Elementary serves the southern part of Lincolnton, NC, encompassing an area of approximately 8 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest point in the zone located around 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
S Ray Lowder Elementary School's student population of 306 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
306 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
S Ray Lowder Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of S Ray Lowder Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1537 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)45-49%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
23%
22%
Black
16%
24%
White
50%
42%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is S Ray Lowder Elementary School's ranking?
S Ray Lowder Elementary School is ranked #1537 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are S Ray Lowder Elementary School often compared to?
S Ray Lowder Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Battleground Elementary School, Ge Massey Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend S Ray Lowder Elementary School?
306 students attend S Ray Lowder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of S Ray Lowder Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of S Ray Lowder Elementary School?
S Ray Lowder Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does S Ray Lowder Elementary School offer ?
S Ray Lowder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is S Ray Lowder Elementary School part of?
S Ray Lowder Elementary School is part of Lincoln County Schools.
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