6.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Lowell, Indiana

5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 5

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.8/10

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Use this page to compare every school in Lowell by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Elementary · Tri-creek School Corporation. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Lowell for 2026 are Lake Prairie Elementary School (8.2/10), Three Creeks Elem School (7.7/10), and Oak Hill Elementary School (7.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Top-Rated Schools in Lowell

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Lake Prairie Elementary School	8.2 / 10	Elementary	—	85th
2	Three Creeks Elem School	7.7 / 10	Elementary	—	76th
3	Oak Hill Elementary School	7.3 / 10	Elementary	—	68th
4	Lowell Senior High School	6.2 / 10	High	—	45th
5	Lowell Middle School	4.8 / 10	Middle	—	20th

See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.8/10
Median household income: $87,535
Median home value: $256,300
Bachelor's degree or higher: 20%
Avg commute: 33 min
Owner-occupied homes: 89%

How Lowell compares

Indiana rank

#75 of 218

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.5

above Indiana avg (6.3)

Median household income

$88k

122% of Indiana median

Schools in this city

5

About Schools in Lowell, Indiana

Lowell, Indiana is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Lowell show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Lowell is Lake Prairie Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Lowell is served by 1 school district: Tri-Creek School Corporation. These districts collectively serve 3,209 students.

Lowell's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $87,535. The poverty rate in the area is 6.6%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Lake Prairie Elementary School 426 students · Kindergarten–5th	426	Kindergarten–5th	8.2
2	Three Creeks Elem School 502 students · Kindergarten–5th	502	Kindergarten–5th	7.7
3	Oak Hill Elementary School 570 students · Kindergarten–5th	570	Kindergarten–5th	7.3

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Lowell Middle School 726 students · 6th–8th	726	6th–8th	4.8

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Lowell Senior High School 985 students · 9th–12th	985	9th–12th	6.2

Schools in Lowell

Lowell, Indiana · 5 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$87,535

Median Home Value

$256,300

Median Rent

$1,190/mo

Population

19,396

College Educated

20%

Homeownership

89%

Avg Commute

33 min

Poverty Rate

6.6%

Community Profile

Lowell has a median household income of $87,535. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $256,300, with a median rent of $1,190/month. The local poverty rate of 6.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: Indiana
Elementary: 3
Middle: 1
High: 1

Resources

🔍 Google "Lowell schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Lowell 📊 Niche Lowell Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School District

Tri-Creek School Corporation

5 schools · 3,209 students

Nearby Cities

Cedar Lake (6 schools)

7 mi

Lake Village (1 school)

10 mi

Crown Point (15 schools)

10 mi

Saint John (5 schools)

Schererville (8 schools)

14 mi

Merrillville (14 schools)

Highland (10 schools)

Other Major Cities in Indiana

Top metros statewide by school count.

Indianapolis 298 schools Fort Wayne 103 schools South Bend 59 schools Evansville 54 schools Elkhart 38 schools

How we rate schools

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Lowell, Indiana

How many schools are in Lowell, Indiana?

Lowell has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Lowell, Indiana?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lowell is 6.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Lowell, Indiana?

The top-ranked school in Lowell on MySchoolScout is Lake Prairie Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Lowell, Indiana?

The top-ranked elementary school in Lowell on MySchoolScout is Lake Prairie Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What is the best middle school in Lowell, Indiana?

The top-ranked middle school in Lowell on MySchoolScout is Lowell Middle School with a composite score of 4.8/10.

What is the best high school in Lowell, Indiana?

The top-ranked high school in Lowell on MySchoolScout is Lowell Senior High School with a composite score of 6.2/10.

How many school districts serve Lowell, Indiana?

Lowell is served by 1 school district: Tri-creek School Corporation.

What is the education level in Lowell, Indiana?

According to Census data, 20% of adults in Lowell have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Lowell, Indiana?

The median household income in Lowell is approximately $87,535 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Lowell, Indiana?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lowell is 21.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lowell, Indiana?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.