Lowell Scott Middle School

Lowell Scott Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8
13600 W McMillan Rd,  Boise, ID
West Boise Neighborhood
West Ada School District
3.3
2.2
837 Students
A-
Niche Grade
At Lowell Scott Middle School, students are inspired to be like their mascot, the charger, and strive to learn and achieve future success. Centrally located in Boise's West Valley neighborhood, Lowell Scott Middle School has served sixth through eighth grade students for decades and commemorates former superintendent Lowell Scott. Here, educators and administrators strive to ensure every student is given the resources, support and academic skills needed to succeed in the classroom and life. Student performance is above the state average in math, reading and science. The school's campus offers students a wide range of amenities, including modern classrooms, a gymnasium, a dedicated music room, a multimedia library, an Olympic-style track, six tennis courts and an expansive recreation field. Young athletes will thrive in one of the school's many athletic programs, including volleyball, tennis, cross-country, wrestling, football, baseball and basketball. Arts-inclined kids can participate in the writer's club, orchestra, band and choir. The electives and after-school programs are also popular, featuring visual and fine arts classes, a chess club, a skateboarding club and the National Junior Honor Society. Teaching staff at Lowell Scott work with parents to ready their kids for success with the Charger Camp orientation day and provide multiple opportunities to volunteer in the active parent-teacher organization. Lowell Scott Middle School is an exceptional choice when looking for a quality middle school to meet your child's academic needs.

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Math Proficiency
54%
Reading Proficiency
73%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A+
Teachers
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
73%
Math Proficiency
54%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
42
Full Time Teachers
42
Teachers in First or Second Year
4.5%

GreatSchools Rating

8
Test Scores
5
Equity
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Test Scores

Math
30%
State Average
20.3%
Science
24.4%
State Average
9.6%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
390:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.7%
Male
48.3%
White
77.2%
Hispanic
10%
Two or more races
6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.6%
Black
2.6%
Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.3 7 Reviews
5.0 Parent
3/3/2024
My wife and I are happy with Lowell Scott for our kids. They are doing well academically and have met a nice group of kids there. Administration has been helpful and teachers are great. The only negative is that the buildings are very old and seem to need work and updating.
1.0 NicheUser
2/3/2015
The administration would have a lot less violations to worry about if they weren't so strict. They stand at the end of the hall every day at break and pull people aside to cite.
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2.2 19 Reviews
1.0 student
1/9/2025
At this school, I've noticed that some students can be really disrespectful, and it's been tough for me because I've been experiencing bullying. It feels like no one is stepping in to help or address the situation, which makes it even harder to enjoy my time here. I wish there were more support from...
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5.0 parent
3/3/2024
My kids are doing great. Good teachers and administrators. Awesome sports! Overall very happy.
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5.0 other
11/16/2023
Middle School is usually a rough time for kids, but the staff at LSMS goes above and beyond to provide a safe and fun learning environment for the students. Many staff go out of their way to make their lessons fun and engaging. The administration is supportive of students, teachers, and parents. If...
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1.0 student
10/27/2023
i am a student here and lets just say i might be moving schools because the princibal doesnt have any issuies she just sits their and lets the vice princabels do all the work i went to the office for defending myself against bullies and they suspended me for defending myself so an overall rating is...
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