Serving 767 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lowry Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 767 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lowry Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Lowry Elementary School's student population of 767 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
767 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lowry Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowry Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#799 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
35%
36%
Black
8%
21%
White
42%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowry Elementary School's ranking?
Lowry Elementary School is ranked #799 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lowry Elementary School often compared to?
Lowry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westchase Elementary School, Hillsborough Of Math And Science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lowry Elementary School?
767 students attend Lowry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Lowry Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lowry Elementary School?
Lowry Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lowry Elementary School offer ?
Lowry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lowry Elementary School part of?
Lowry Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Lowry Elementary School located?
Lowry Elementary School is located in the Countryway neighborhood of Tampa, FL.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break/Non-Student Days *
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
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