Needs Improvement
#8451 of 8,552 schools in TX
Lowell Middle
Middle School · SAN ANTONIO ISD
919 THOMPSON PL, San Antonio, TX 78226
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
2.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
2.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,451 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#495 of 516
public schools
In district
#85 of 94
SAN ANTONIO ISD
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Lowell Middle
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About Lowell Middle
Lowell Middle is a public middle school in San Antonio, TX, part of SAN ANTONIO ISD. Lowell Middle serves approximately 283 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lowell Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #8,451 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Lowell Middle show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.7
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at Lowell 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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Lowell Middle — Students at Lowell Middle score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 2.1/10.
How Lowell Middle Compares
See how Lowell Middle 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
919 THOMPSON PL, San Antonio, TX 78226
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lowell Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BRENTWOOD MIDDLE (rated 3.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RHODES MIDDLE (rated 2.3/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GEORGE E KELLY EL San Antonio | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| STORM EL San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 1.7 |
| ST JOHN BERCHMANS SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| SARAH S KING EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| CHARLES GRAEBNER EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 2.8 |
| BRENTWOOD MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 3.1 |
| ALONSO S PERALES EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| PROMESA ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| CARVAJAL EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY H S San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| LEARN4LIFE San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 1.3 |
| PRELUDE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| ST JAMES THE APOSTLE SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| COLLINS GARDEN EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| RHODES MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 2.3 |
| ESTRADA ACHIEVEMENT CTR San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| WINSTON INT OF EXCELLENCE San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| DAVID BARKLEY/FRANCISCO RUIZ EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 3.3 |
| JUBILEE - LAKE VIEW UNIVERSITY PREP San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78226 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,340
Median Home Value
$109,300
Median Rent
$1,014/mo
Population
6,907
College Educated
8.1%
Homeownership
37.8%
Avg Commute
31.7 min
Poverty Rate
32.5%
Median Age
30.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLOOMINGTON J H Bloomington, TX | 2.7 |
| MARTIN MIDDLE Austin, TX | 2.3 |
| WEDGWOOD 6TH GR SCH Fort Worth, TX | 2.8 |
| IDEA SOUTHEAST COLLEGE PREPARATORY Fort Worth, TX | 2.9 |
| GRACE R BRANDENBURG INT Duncanville, TX | 3.2 |
| ILTEXAS NORTH RICHLAND HILLS MIDDLE N. Richland Hills, TX | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lowell Middle
What grades does Lowell Middle serve?
Lowell Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Lowell Middle?
Lowell Middle has an enrollment of approximately 283 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lowell Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Lowell Middle is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lowell Middle rank in TX?
Lowell Middle ranks #8,451 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Lowell Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Lowell Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 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 Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lowell Middle has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lowell Middle a charter school?
No, Lowell Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lowell Middle a Title I school?
No, Lowell Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lowell Middle?
96.8% of students at Lowell 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 283
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.7%
- Phone
- (210) 228-1225
Resources & Links
District
SAN ANTONIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 44,670
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,971
- District Rank
- #85 of 94
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