Serving 929 students in grades 6-8, Lowell H Strike Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 929 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lowell H Strike Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lowell H Strike Middle School's student population of 929 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
929 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Lowell H Strike Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowell H Strike Middle School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4601 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
35%
53%
Black
21%
13%
White
31%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowell H Strike Middle School's ranking?
Lowell H Strike Middle School is ranked #4601 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lowell H Strike Middle School?
929 students attend Lowell H Strike Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Lowell H Strike Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lowell H Strike Middle School?
Lowell H Strike Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lowell H Strike Middle School offer ?
Lowell H Strike Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lowell H Strike Middle School part of?
Lowell H Strike Middle School is part of Little Elm Independent School District.
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