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#1375 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Lowell School
Middle School · Bisbee Unified District (4169)
100 OLD DOUGLAS RD, Bisbee, AZ 85603
Enrollment
116
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
116
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,375 of 2,006
In Bisbee
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Bisbee Unified District (4169)
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Lowell School
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About Lowell School
Lowell School is a public middle school in Bisbee, AZ, part of Bisbee Unified District (4169). Lowell School serves approximately 116 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lowell School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,375 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Lowell School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- AZ avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
At 116 students, Lowell School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
62% of students at Lowell 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 School — Students at Lowell School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
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: 4.1/10.
How Lowell School Compares
See how Lowell School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
100 OLD DOUGLAS RD, Bisbee, AZ 85603
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lowell School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Double Adobe Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Mcneal), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mcneal Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 17.5 miles away, in nearby Mcneal), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tombstone High School (rated 7.6/10, 23.2 miles away, in nearby Tombstone), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bisbee, see our Bisbee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bisbee High School Bisbee | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Copper Credits Bisbee | 1.0 mi | — |
| Greenway Primary School Bisbee | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| New Crossroads Academy Bisbee | 1.8 mi | 2.4 |
| COCHISE SDA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bisbee | 3.0 mi | — |
| COCHISE SDA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bisbee | 3.0 mi | — |
| COMMUNITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF BISBEE Bisbee | 3.6 mi | — |
| Naco Elementary School Naco | 7.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Double Adobe Elementary School Mcneal | 11.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Palominas Elementary School Hereford | 14.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Mcneal Elementary School Mcneal | 17.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Coronado Elementary School Hereford | 18.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Valley View Elementary School Hereford | 18.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Faras Elementary School Douglas | 19.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Valley Union High School Elfrida | 21.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Elfrida Elementary School Elfrida | 21.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Walter J Meyer School Tombstone | 22.2 mi | 5.3 |
| PPEP TEC - Raul H. Castro Learning Center Tucson | 20.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Tombstone High School Tombstone | 23.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Center for Academic Success #4 - Douglas 5-8 Douglas | 20.7 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85603 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,509
Median Home Value
$204,900
Median Rent
$835/mo
Population
6,798
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
71.5%
Poverty Rate
22.8%
Median Age
58.3
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| Imagine Superstition Middle Apache Junction, AZ | 5.6 |
| Baboquivari Middle School Sells, AZ | 5.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lowell School
What grades does Lowell School serve?
Lowell School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Lowell School?
Lowell School has an enrollment of approximately 116 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lowell School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lowell School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lowell School rank in AZ?
Lowell School ranks #1,375 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Lowell School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lowell School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lowell School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lowell School a charter school?
No, Lowell School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lowell School a Title I school?
No, Lowell School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 116
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Cochise County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.1%
- Phone
- (520) 432-5391
Resources & Links
District
Bisbee Unified District (4169)- District Enrollment
- 675
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,918
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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