Below Average
#760 of 864 schools in NM
Lowell Elementary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
1700 SUNSHINE TERRACE SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#760 of 864
In Albuquerque
#162 of 190
public schools
In district
#143 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
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Lowell Elementary
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About Lowell Elementary
Lowell Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Lowell Elementary serves approximately 216 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lowell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #760 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Lowell Elementary show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Lowell Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Lowell Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
84% 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 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.
How Lowell Elementary Compares
See how Lowell Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1700 SUNSHINE TERRACE SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lowell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CIEN AGUAS INTERNATIONAL (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CORONADO ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MONTE VISTA ELEMENTARY (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,079
Median Home Value
$332,100
Median Rent
$904/mo
Population
26,815
College Educated
52.8%
Homeownership
38.7%
Avg Commute
17.2 min
Poverty Rate
26.2%
Median Age
32.2
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| DURANES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.4 |
| BAYARD ELEMENTARY Bayard, NM | 4.5 |
| CAMEO ELEMENTARY Clovis, NM | 4.5 |
| NIZHONI ELEMENTARY Shiprock, NM | 4.5 |
| ZUNI ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.5 |
| BELLEHAVEN ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lowell Elementary
What grades does Lowell Elementary serve?
Lowell Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lowell Elementary?
Lowell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 216 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lowell Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lowell Elementary is 7.7:1. 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 NM?
Lowell Elementary ranks #760 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Lowell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lowell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 17% 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?
100.5% 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 216
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 84.3%
- Phone
- (505) 764-2011
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #143 of 169
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