Serving 601 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lowell Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lowell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lowell Elementary School's student population of 601 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Lowell Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowell Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1063 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
26%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
50%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowell Elementary School's ranking?
Lowell Elementary School is ranked #1063 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lowell Elementary School often compared to?
Lowell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Naples Elementary School, Fremont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lowell Elementary School?
601 students attend Lowell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Lowell Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lowell Elementary School?
Lowell Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lowell Elementary School offer ?
Lowell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lowell Elementary School part of?
Lowell Elementary School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Lowell Elementary School located?
Lowell Elementary School is located in the Alamitos Beach neighborhood of Long Beach, CA.
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