Serving 787 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lowrance Elementary Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 787 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lowrance Elementary Middle School's student population of 787 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
787 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
52 teachers
School Rankings
Lowrance Elementary Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowrance Elementary Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1483 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Hispanic
15%
16%
Black
81%
20%
White
1%
57%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowrance Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Lowrance Elementary Middle School is ranked #1483 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Lowrance Elementary Middle School?
787 students attend Lowrance Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lowrance Elementary Middle School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Lowrance Elementary Middle School offer ?
Lowrance Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lowrance Elementary Middle School part of?
Lowrance Elementary Middle School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Lowrance Elementary Middle School located?
Lowrance Elementary Middle School is located in the Richwood neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Richwood.
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