Serving 530 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Lowell James R School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lowell James R School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lowell James R School's student population of 530 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lowell James R School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowell James R School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2560 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
19%
14%
Black
62%
14%
White
2%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowell James R School's ranking?
Lowell James R School is ranked #2560 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Lowell James R School often compared to?
Lowell James R Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Finletter Thomas K School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Lowell James R School?
530 students attend Lowell James R School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Lowell James R School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lowell James R School?
Lowell James R School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lowell James R School offer ?
Lowell James R School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Lowell James R School part of?
Lowell James R School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Lowell James R School located?
Lowell James R School is located in the Olney neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 5 other public schools located in Olney.
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