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#1611 of 1,786 schools in TN

Lowrance Elementary/middle

Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

7740 Lowrance RD, Memphis, TN 38125

Enrollment

914

Student-Teacher

17.6:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,611 of 1,786

In Memphis

#148 of 199

public schools

In district

#150 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

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Lowrance Elementary/middle

4.1/10

Elementary School in Memphis · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.4/10

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9.0/10

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About Lowrance Elementary/middle

Lowrance Elementary/middle is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Lowrance Elementary/middle serves approximately 914 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lowrance Elementary/middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,611 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Lowrance Elementary/middle show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares1.9 pts below district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data11
Annual Change-1.98 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13.4% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-25.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22 pts
Overall Proficiency16% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-9.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism20.2%

Lowrance Elementary/middle — Students at Lowrance Elementary/middle score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 21.1% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 22.8% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 24 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2013
Math
31%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
20%
2017
Math
20%
ELA
21%
2018
Math
29%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
29%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
4%
ELA
13%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
13%
2022
Math
5.7%
ELA
22%
2025
Math
13.4%
ELA
18.8%

* 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: 3.9/10.

How Lowrance Elementary/middle Compares

See how Lowrance Elementary/middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.1/10
10th percentile in TN
Academic
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

7740 Lowrance RD, Memphis, TN 38125

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lowrance Elementary/middle may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Southwind Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oak Forest Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Southwind High Memphis 0.9 mi 3.4
Southwind Elementary Memphis 1.1 mi 9.0
Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Elementary School Memphis 1.2 mi 9.0
Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School Memphis 1.2 mi 4.5
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast Memphis 1.3 mi 5.1
Power Center Academy Elementary - Southeast Memphis 1.3 mi 7.8
Germanshire Elementary Germantown 1.2 mi 4.5
Oak Forest Elementary Memphis 1.8 mi 8.6
Journey East Academy Memphis 1.9 mi 7.7
Highland Oaks Elementary Memphis 2.2 mi 6.5
Bluff City High School Memphis 1.9 mi 2.0
Kirby Middle School Memphis 2.0 mi 4.2
Germantown Elementary Germantown 2.6 mi 6.1
Germantown Middle Germantown 2.6 mi 5.0
Ross Elementary Memphis 2.3 mi 6.7
Kirby High Memphis 2.3 mi 2.8
Highland Oaks Middle Memphis 2.8 mi 4.6
Germantown High Germantown 3.2 mi 5.3
THE PHOENIX SCHOOL FOR CREATIVE LEARNING Germantown 3.2 mi
Hickory Ridge Middle Memphis 2.8 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,184

Median Home Value

$230,400

Median Rent

$1,440/mo

Population

42,793

College Educated

37.2%

Homeownership

52%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

33.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lowrance Elementary/middle

What grades does Lowrance Elementary/middle serve?

Lowrance Elementary/middle serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Lowrance Elementary/middle?

Lowrance Elementary/middle has an enrollment of approximately 914 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lowrance Elementary/middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Lowrance Elementary/middle is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lowrance Elementary/middle rank in TN?

Lowrance Elementary/middle ranks #1,611 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Lowrance Elementary/middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Lowrance Elementary/middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Elementary/middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lowrance Elementary/middle has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Lowrance Elementary/middle a charter school?

No, Lowrance Elementary/middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lowrance Elementary/middle a Title I school?

No, Lowrance Elementary/middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
914
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.2%

District

Memphis-Shelby County Schools
District Enrollment
110,057
Schools in District
222
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,695
District Rank
#150 of 202

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