Serving 528 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, James Russell Lowell School 51 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Russell Lowell School 51 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
James Russell Lowell School 51's student population of 528 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
528 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
James Russell Lowell School 51 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Russell Lowell School 51 is 0.59, 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
#1716 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
31%
15%
Black
56%
13%
White
7%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Russell Lowell School 51's ranking?
James Russell Lowell School 51 is ranked #1716 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are James Russell Lowell School 51 often compared to?
James Russell Lowell School 51is often viewed alongside schools like Washington Irving Neighborhood School, Paramount Brookside by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend James Russell Lowell School 51?
528 students attend James Russell Lowell School 51.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of James Russell Lowell School 51 students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James Russell Lowell School 51?
James Russell Lowell School 51 has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does James Russell Lowell School 51 offer ?
James Russell Lowell School 51 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James Russell Lowell School 51 part of?
James Russell Lowell School 51 is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is James Russell Lowell School 51 located?
James Russell Lowell School 51 is located in the Martindale Brightwood neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 5 other public schools located in Martindale Brightwood.
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