Serving 287 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lowman Hill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lowman Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lowman Hill Elementary School's student population of 287 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Engage students in the highest quality of learning • Prepare students for responsible, productive citizenship • Inspire excellence for a lifetime
School Rankings
Lowman Hill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowman Hill Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#780 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
36%
22%
Black
14%
7%
White
35%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowman Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Lowman Hill Elementary School is ranked #780 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Lowman Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Lowman Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whitson Elementary School, Scott Dual Language Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Lowman Hill Elementary School?
287 students attend Lowman Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Lowman Hill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lowman Hill Elementary School?
Lowman Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lowman Hill Elementary School offer ?
Lowman Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lowman Hill Elementary School part of?
Lowman Hill Elementary School is part of Topeka School District.
In what neighborhood is Lowman Hill Elementary School located?
Lowman Hill Elementary School is located in the Elmhurst neighborhood of Topeka, KS.
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