For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,186 students in Lowell, NC.
The top ranked public schools in Lowell, NC are Lowell Elementary School and Holbrook Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lowell, NC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Lowell have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Lowell, NC (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lowell Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Power Drive
Lowell, NC 28098
(704) 836-9118
Lowell, NC 28098
(704) 836-9118
Grades: K-5
| 409 students
Rank: #22.
Holbrook Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
418 S Church Street
Lowell, NC 28098
(704) 836-9607
Lowell, NC 28098
(704) 836-9607
Grades: 6-8
| 777 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Lowell, NC?
The top ranked public schools in Lowell, NC include Lowell Elementary School and Holbrook Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Lowell?
2 public schools are located in Lowell.
What is the racial composition of students in Lowell?
Lowell public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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