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Very Good

#772 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 24% in state

Lowrey Elementary School

Elementary School · Dearborn City School District

6601 JONATHON ST, Dearborn, MI 48126

Enrollment

525

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#772 of 3,192

In Dearborn

#12 of 39

public schools

In district

#12 of 36

Dearborn City School District

Equity

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Lowrey Elementary School

7.3/10

Elementary School in Dearborn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lowrey Middle School

6.7/10

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7.1/10

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About Lowrey Elementary School

Lowrey Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dearborn, MI, part of Dearborn City School District. Lowrey Elementary School serves approximately 525 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lowrey Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #772 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Lowrey Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Lowrey 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+5.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.2 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)18% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+28.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,437
Chronic Absenteeism31.4%

Lowrey Elementary School — Students at Lowrey Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 55.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
53%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
48.4%
ELA
45.3%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Lowrey Elementary School Compares

See how Lowrey Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
76th percentile in MI
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.4%

Location

6601 JONATHON ST, Dearborn, MI 48126

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lowrey Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oakman Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Maples Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, McCollough Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dearborn, see our Dearborn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Lowrey Middle School Dearborn 0.0 mi 6.7
Riverside Academy West Campus Dearborn 0.3 mi 7.1
Iris Becker Elementary School Dearborn 0.4 mi 6.4
Riverside Academy Dearborn 0.5 mi 5.4
GREAT REVELATIONS ACADEMY Dearborn 0.4 mi 6.9
Fordson High School Dearborn 0.6 mi 7.8
McCollough Elementary School Dearborn 0.8 mi 7.0
Unis Middle School Dearborn 0.8 mi 6.8
Academy for Business and Technology Elementary Dearborn 0.9 mi 2.4
Oakman Elementary School Dearborn 0.9 mi 7.3
INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC ACADEMY Detroit 1.0 mi 6.7
William Ford Elementary School Dearborn 0.9 mi 6.7
McDonald Elementary School Dearborn 1.0 mi 6.0
Miller Elementary School Dearborn 1.2 mi 6.6
Advanced Technology Academy Dearborn 1.2 mi 4.3
Maples Elementary School Dearborn 0.9 mi 7.2
Woodworth Middle School Dearborn 1.3 mi 5.7
SER Metro YouthBuild Learning Academy Dearborn 1.3 mi
AL-FURQAN QURAN ACADEMY Detroit 1.4 mi 6.7
Geer Park Elementary School Dearborn 1.8 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,353

Median Home Value

$200,600

Median Rent

$1,222/mo

Population

52,075

College Educated

24.4%

Homeownership

57%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

35.6%

Median Age

28.3

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Brown Elementary School New Boston, MI 7.3
Buchanan Elementary School Livonia, MI 7.3
Cherry Creek Elementary School Lowell, MI 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lowrey Elementary School

What grades does Lowrey Elementary School serve?

Lowrey Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Lowrey Elementary School?

Lowrey Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 525 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lowrey Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lowrey Elementary School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lowrey Elementary School rank in MI?

Lowrey Elementary School ranks #772 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Lowrey Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lowrey Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Lowrey Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lowrey Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lowrey Elementary School a charter school?

No, Lowrey Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lowrey Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Lowrey Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lowrey Elementary School?

91.2% of students at Lowrey Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
83 Very Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.4%

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