Serving 340 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion's student population of 340 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 275% over five school years.
School Mascot
Lion
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Colors
White, Red
School Rankings
Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#236 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
83%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion's ranking?
Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion is ranked #236 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion?
340 students attend Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion?
Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion offer ?
Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion part of?
Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion is part of Duluth Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion located?
Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion is located in the Kenwood neighborhood of Duluth, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in Kenwood.
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