Overview

Lowell James R School is a public school in Philadelphia, PA. It is one of 158 elementary schools in The School District of Philadelphia.

School Rating

Lowell James R School is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in Pennsylvania with the same grade levels.
4/10
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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

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About the School


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Neighborhood

450 West Nedro Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19120
School leader: Ms Benita Jessup
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