Hillsborough Academy of Math and Science vs Lowry Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hillsborough Academy of Math and Science
Tampa · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
819 students
Lowry Elementary School
Tampa · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
755 students
| Measure | Hillsborough Academy of Math and Science Tampa, Florida | Lowry Elementary School Tampa, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #739 of 2,187 | #625 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #12007 of 50,301 | #9796 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 819 | 755 |
| Enrollment | 819 | 755 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.7% | 28.1% |
| Students per teacher | 22.8 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 64% |
| city | Tampa | Tampa |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lowry Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.2 vs 69.0).
- •Hillsborough Academy of Math and Science does better on math proficiency (69% vs 64%).
- •Hillsborough Academy of Math and Science does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 61%).
- •Lowry Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.1% vs 31.7%).
- •Lowry Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 22.8).
- •Hillsborough Academy of Math and Science is the larger school with 819 students compared with 755.
- •Hillsborough Academy of Math and Science is a charter school while Lowry Elementary School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hillsborough Academy of Math and Science better than Lowry Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Lowry Elementary School ranks higher (72.2 vs 69.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Hillsborough Academy of Math and Science and Lowry Elementary School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Tampa and Tampa in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hillsborough Academy of Math and Science: 819. Lowry Elementary School: 755. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hillsborough Academy of Math and Science and Lowry Elementary School rank in Florida?
Hillsborough Academy of Math and Science is 739th of 2,187 and Lowry Elementary School is 625th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).