Needs Improvement
#9414 of 9,539 schools in CA
Lowell Elementary
Elementary School · San Jose Unified
625 South Seventh St., San Jose, CA 95112
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,414 of 9,539
In San Jose
#217 of 223
public schools
In district
#41 of 41
San Jose Unified
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About Lowell Elementary
Lowell Elementary is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of San Jose Unified. Lowell Elementary serves approximately 267 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lowell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #9,414 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Lowell Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at Lowell Elementary 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 — Students at Lowell Elementary score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA 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: 1.5/10.
How Lowell Elementary Compares
See how Lowell Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
625 South Seventh St., San Jose, CA 95112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lowell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McKinley Elementary (rated 5.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PATRICK SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rocketship Mosaic Elementary (rated 5.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Redwood City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL San Jose | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Notre Dame High School San Jose San Jose | 0.3 mi | — |
| Washington Elementary San Jose | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Rocketship Mateo Sheedy Elementary Redwood City | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL San Jose | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Horace Mann Elementary San Jose | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Sacred Heart Nativity School San Jose | 0.8 mi | — |
| SACRED HEART NATIVTY SCHOOLS San Jose | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Selma Olinder Elementary San Jose | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Downtown College Preparatory San Jose | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Downtown College Preparatory Middle San Jose | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Rocketship Alma Academy Redwood City | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| McKinley Elementary San Jose | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Gardner Elementary San Jose | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| San Jose High San Jose | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Rocketship Mosaic Elementary Redwood City | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Sunrise Middle San Jose | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ACE Inspire Academy San Jose | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Grant Elementary San Jose | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School San Jose | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,649
Median Home Value
$956,300
Median Rent
$2,095/mo
Population
56,766
College Educated
39.2%
Homeownership
27.9%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
32.6
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|---|---|
| Ingenium Charter Canoga Park, CA | 2.7 |
| Lincoln Elementary Richmond, CA | 2.7 |
| Markham Elementary Oakland, CA | 2.7 |
| McPherson Elementary Napa, CA | 2.7 |
| Quincy Elementary Quincy, CA | 2.7 |
| Aspire Junior Collegiate Academy Oakland, CA | 2.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lowell Elementary
What grades does Lowell Elementary serve?
Lowell Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lowell Elementary?
Lowell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 267 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lowell Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lowell Elementary is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lowell Elementary rank in CA?
Lowell Elementary ranks #9,414 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Lowell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lowell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lowell Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lowell Elementary a charter school?
No, Lowell Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lowell Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lowell Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lowell Elementary?
83.5% of students at Lowell Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 267
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.9%
- Phone
- (408) 535-6243
Resources & Links
District
San Jose Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,059
- Schools in District
- 41
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,909
- District Rank
- #41 of 41
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