Serving 333 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lowell Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lowell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lowell Elementary School's student population of 333 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Lowell Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowell Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#34 out of 2113 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
62%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
18%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowell Elementary School's ranking?
Lowell Elementary School is ranked #34 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Lowell Elementary School?
333 students attend Lowell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Lowell Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lowell Elementary School?
Lowell Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lowell Elementary School offer ?
Lowell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lowell Elementary School part of?
Lowell Elementary School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Lowell Elementary School located?
Lowell Elementary School is located in the North End neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in North End.
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