Lowell International Elementary School

4360 S 20th St
Milwaukee, WI 53221
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 213 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lowell International Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 213 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 88%
  • : Bottom 50% in WI
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

Lowell International Elementary School's student population of 213 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
213 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
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School Rankings

Lowell International Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowell International Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WI)
#1764 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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15-19%
39%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Lowell International Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Wisconsin by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
15-19%
38%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Lowell International Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Wisconsin by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
11-19%
44%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Lowell International Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Wisconsin by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
10%
4%
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Hispanic
55%
14%
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Black
17%
9%
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White
12%
67%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.65
This chart displays the diversity score of Lowell International Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Wisconsin by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
36%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
5%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lowell International Elementary School's ranking?
Lowell International Elementary School is ranked #1764 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Lowell International Elementary School?
213 students attend Lowell International Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Lowell International Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lowell International Elementary School?
Lowell International Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lowell International Elementary School offer ?
Lowell International Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lowell International Elementary School part of?
Lowell International Elementary School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Lowell International Elementary School located?
Lowell International Elementary School is located in the Wilson Park neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 213 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 88%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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