Lowell Elementary School

401 Maple Ave
Madison, WI 53704
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 335 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lowell Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 335 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 49%
  • : Top 30% in WI
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Lowell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Lowell Elementary School's student population of 335 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
335 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
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Year Founded
1916
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026

School Rankings

Lowell Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowell Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WI)
#556 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
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40-44%
40%
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50-54%
38%
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50-59%
44%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
2%
4%
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Hispanic
10%
14%
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Black
27%
9%
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White
51%
67%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.65
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
37%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Lions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lowell Elementary School's ranking?
Lowell Elementary School is ranked #556 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Lowell Elementary School often compared to?
Lowell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marquette Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Lowell Elementary School?
335 students attend Lowell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Lowell Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lowell Elementary School?
Lowell Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lowell Elementary School offer ?
Lowell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lowell Elementary School part of?
Lowell Elementary School is part of Madison Metropolitan School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 335 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 49%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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