Serving 594 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lowe Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lowe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lowe Elementary School's student population of 594 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
594 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Lowe Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowe Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#53 out of 1267 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
2%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
14%
11%
White
50%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowe Elementary School's ranking?
Lowe Elementary School is ranked #53 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Lowe Elementary School often compared to?
Lowe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stopher Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Lowe Elementary School?
594 students attend Lowe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Lowe Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lowe Elementary School?
Lowe Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lowe Elementary School offer ?
Lowe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lowe Elementary School part of?
Lowe Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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