Serving 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lowell Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lowell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lowell Elementary School's student population of 308 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1913
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating all students since 1913 . . . For today and beyond!
School Rankings
Lowell Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowell Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#218 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
3%
1%
White
78%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowell Elementary School's ranking?
Lowell Elementary School is ranked #218 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Lowell Elementary School often compared to?
Lowell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Collister Elementary School, Washington Elementary School, Taft Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Lowell Elementary School?
308 students attend Lowell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Lowell Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lowell Elementary School?
Lowell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lowell Elementary School offer ?
Lowell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lowell Elementary School part of?
Lowell Elementary School is part of Boise Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Lowell Elementary School located?
Lowell Elementary School is located in the Sunset neighborhood of Boise, ID.
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