Excellent
#78 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 4% in state
Lowell Elementary
Elementary School · BRAINERD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
704 3RD AVE NE, Brainerd, MN 56401
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#78 of 1,992
In Brainerd
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 11
BRAINERD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Lowell Elementary
Elementary School in Brainerd · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lowell Elementary
Lowell Elementary is a public elementary school in Brainerd, MN, part of BRAINERD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lowell Elementary serves approximately 369 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lowell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #78 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Lowell Elementary show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 6.5
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Lowell Elementary — Students at Lowell Elementary score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.8/10.
How Lowell Elementary Compares
See how Lowell Elementary 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
704 3RD AVE NE, Brainerd, MN 56401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lowell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Discovery Woods (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is EAGLE VIEW ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 16.6 miles away, in nearby Pequot Lakes), with a comparable rating. Additionally, NISSWA ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Nisswa), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brainerd, see our Brainerd schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ISD 181 LEARNING CENTER Brainerd | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| MIDDLE LEVEL ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM Brainerd | 0.6 mi | — |
| GARFIELD ELEMENTARY Brainerd | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| ST FRANCIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Brainerd | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| HARRISON ELEMENTARY Brainerd | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Discovery Woods Brainerd | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF BRAINERD Brainerd | 0.9 mi | — |
| BRAINERD SENIOR HIGH Brainerd | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| OAK STREET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brainerd | 1.4 mi | — |
| LINCOLN EDUCATION CENTER Brainerd | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY Brainerd | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| LAKE REGION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Baxter | 3.1 mi | 3.3 |
| BAXTER ELEMENTARY Baxter | 4.9 mi | 5.9 |
| FORESTVIEW MIDDLE Baxter | 5.2 mi | 7.2 |
| BRAINERD EARLY CHILDHOOD SP. ED. Baxter | 5.0 mi | 6.0 |
| NISSWA ELEMENTARY Nisswa | 11.7 mi | 7.7 |
| CROSBY-IRONTON SECONDARY Crosby | 13.0 mi | 6.8 |
| EAGLE VIEW ELEMENTARY Pequot Lakes | 16.6 mi | 7.8 |
| PEQUOT LAKES SENIOR HIGH Pequot Lakes | 17.3 mi | 5.7 |
| PEQUOT LAKES MIDDLE Pequot Lakes | 17.3 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,269
Median Home Value
$237,900
Median Rent
$918/mo
Population
31,749
College Educated
24.1%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barton Elementary Minneapolis, MN | 8.6 |
| BERT RANEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Granite Falls, MN | 8.7 |
| CHANHASSEN ELEMENTARY Chanhassen, MN | 8.7 |
| Great Oaks Academy - Grammar Farmington, MN | 8.5 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Rochester, MN | 8.7 |
| LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY Cottonwood, MN | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lowell Elementary
What grades does Lowell Elementary serve?
Lowell Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Lowell Elementary?
Lowell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 369 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lowell Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lowell Elementary is 13.7:1. 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 MN?
Lowell Elementary ranks #78 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Lowell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lowell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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?
40.9% 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 369
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Crow Wing County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.2%
- Phone
- (218) 454-6550
Resources & Links
District
BRAINERD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,134
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,608
- District Rank
- #1 of 11
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