Below Average
#2127 of 2,648 schools in NC
Lowrance Middle
Middle School · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools
1394 Thurmond St, Winston-salem, NC 27105
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 10th
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 10th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,127 of 2,648
In Winston-salem
#41 of 63
public schools
In district
#51 of 78
Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Lowrance Middle
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About Lowrance Middle
Lowrance Middle is a public middle school in Winston-salem, NC, part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools. Lowrance Middle serves approximately 136 students, and covers grades 6th-10th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lowrance Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,127 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Lowrance Middle show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- NC avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 136 students, Lowrance Middle 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.
At 6.5:1 students to teachers, Lowrance Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
41% of students at Lowrance Middle 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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Lowrance Middle — Students at Lowrance Middle score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC 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: 4.9/10.
How Lowrance Middle Compares
See how Lowrance Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1394 Thurmond St, Winston-salem, NC 27105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lowrance Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Wiley Magnet Middle (rated 5.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Paisley IB Magnet School (rated 3.0/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in Winston-salem, see our Winston-salem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Paisley IB Magnet School Winston-Salem | 0.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Cook Literacy Model School Winston-Salem | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Kimberley Park Elementary Winston-Salem | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| R J Reynolds High Winston-Salem | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| WINSTON-SALEM STREET SCHOOL Winston-Salem | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Wiley Magnet Middle Winston-Salem | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Virtual Academy Winston-Salem | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| ST LEO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Winston-Salem | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| The Downtown School Winston-Salem | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| The Arts Based School Winston-Salem | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Brunson Elementary Winston-Salem | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Childrens Center Winston-Salem | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Carter High School Winston-Salem | 1.4 mi | 3.1 |
| J F Kennedy High Winston-Salem | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Whitaker Elementary Winston-Salem | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| EPHESUS JR ACADEMY Winston-Salem | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| SALEM MONTESSORI SCHOOL Winston-Salem | 2.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Diggs-Latham Elementary Winston-Salem | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Moore Magnet Elementary Winston-Salem | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| North Hills Elementary Winston-Salem | 2.6 mi | 2.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,580
Median Home Value
$151,300
Median Rent
$888/mo
Population
41,257
College Educated
18.2%
Homeownership
54.4%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
27.8%
Median Age
35.2
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|---|---|
| Bowman Middle Bakersville, NC | 4.8 |
| Phillips Middle Battleboro, NC | 4.6 |
| HANGER HALL SCHOOL Asheville, NC | 4.4 |
| Columbia Middle Columbia, NC | 5.2 |
| Elise Middle Robbins, NC | 5.2 |
| West Pender Middle Burgaw, NC | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lowrance Middle
What grades does Lowrance Middle serve?
Lowrance Middle serves students in grades 6th through 10th.
How many students attend Lowrance Middle?
Lowrance Middle has an enrollment of approximately 136 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lowrance Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Lowrance Middle is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lowrance Middle rank in NC?
Lowrance Middle ranks #2,127 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Lowrance Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Lowrance Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Lowrance Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lowrance Middle has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lowrance Middle a charter school?
No, Lowrance Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lowrance Middle a Title I school?
No, Lowrance Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lowrance Middle?
97.8% of students at Lowrance Middle 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
- 6th – 10th
- Enrollment
- 136
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.8%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Forsyth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.2%
- Phone
- (336) 703-4181
Resources & Links
District
Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools- District Enrollment
- 52,157
- Schools in District
- 81
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,811
- District Rank
- #51 of 78
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