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#1206 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Lowell Elementary School
Elementary School · Phoenix Elementary District (4256)
1121 S 3RD AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85003
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,206 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#216 of 422
public schools
In district
#11 of 14
Phoenix Elementary District (4256)
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Lowell Elementary School
Lowell Elementary School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Phoenix Elementary District (4256). Lowell Elementary School serves approximately 274 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lowell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,206 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Lowell Elementary School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Lowell Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
73% of students at Lowell Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Lowell Elementary School — Students at Lowell Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.
How Lowell Elementary School Compares
See how Lowell Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1121 S 3RD AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lowell Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Augustus H. Shaw Montessori (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Faith North Early Childhood Learning Center (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ASU Preparatory Academy- Phoenix Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,672
Median Home Value
$577,700
Median Rent
$1,258/mo
Population
10,155
College Educated
44.8%
Homeownership
29.9%
Avg Commute
19.7 min
Poverty Rate
26.8%
Median Age
37.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lowell Elementary School
What grades does Lowell Elementary School serve?
Lowell Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Lowell Elementary School?
Lowell Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 274 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lowell Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lowell Elementary School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lowell Elementary School rank in AZ?
Lowell Elementary School ranks #1,206 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Lowell Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lowell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Lowell Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lowell Elementary School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lowell Elementary School a charter school?
No, Lowell Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lowell Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Lowell Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 274
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 73.4%
- Phone
- (602) 257-3902
Resources & Links
District
Phoenix Elementary District (4256)- District Enrollment
- 5,034
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,785
- District Rank
- #11 of 14
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