Central Administration Building (Temporary address)
3702 E McKinley Ave
Lowell Elementary Replacement Project
ABOUT THE PROJECT
This project is a complete replacement of Lowell Elementary School on the existing site. The final project is a 60,000 square foot, 3-storey building that can house up to nearly 500 students. More than 80 subcontractors, consultants, suppliers, and specialty trade partners helped bring the new school to life.
This project is funded by the $535 million school construction bond voters passed in 2020.
PROJECT STATUS
The project is complete and ready for students on the first day of school: Sept. 9, 2026
Expected opening: September 2026
Contractor: Korsmo Construction
Designer: BCRA
Lowell Elementary Construction Updates
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Contact Planning & Construction
(253) 571-3350
planning@tacoma.k12.wa.us