Serving 632 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lowville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lowville Elementary School's student population of 632 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
632 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Rankings
Lowville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowville Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1854 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
3%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
90%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowville Elementary School's ranking?
Lowville Elementary School is ranked #1854 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Lowville Elementary School often compared to?
Lowville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Copenhagen Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Lowville Elementary School?
632 students attend Lowville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Lowville Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lowville Elementary School?
Lowville Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lowville Elementary School offer ?
Lowville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lowville Elementary School part of?
Lowville Elementary School is part of Lowville Academy & Central School District.
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