Serving 714 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lowman Mary & Zel Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lowman Mary & Zel Elementary School's student population of 714 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
714 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1993
School Rankings
Lowman Mary & Zel Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowman Mary & Zel Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#646 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
43%
45%
Black
38%
12%
White
7%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowman Mary & Zel Elementary School's ranking?
Lowman Mary & Zel Elementary School is ranked #646 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Lowman Mary & Zel Elementary School?
714 students attend Lowman Mary & Zel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Lowman Mary & Zel Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lowman Mary & Zel Elementary School?
Lowman Mary & Zel Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Lowman Mary & Zel Elementary School offer ?
Lowman Mary & Zel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lowman Mary & Zel Elementary School part of?
Lowman Mary & Zel Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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