Needs Improvement
#7680 of 8,552 schools in TX
Herman Lawson Early Childhood School
School · MCKINNEY ISD
500 DOWELL, Mckinney, TX 75071
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 44 schools in Mckinney. Learn more
Enrollment
610
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
610
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,680 of 8,552
In Mckinney
#45 of 45
public schools
In district
#31 of 31
MCKINNEY ISD
Academic performance
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Herman Lawson Early Childhood School
Herman Lawson Early Childhood School is a public school in Mckinney, TX, part of MCKINNEY ISD. Herman Lawson Early Childhood School serves approximately 610 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Herman Lawson Early Childhood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,680 of 8,552 schools in TX.
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.9
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Herman Lawson Early Childhood School runs 21.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Herman Lawson Early Childhood School Compares
See how Herman Lawson Early Childhood School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
500 DOWELL, Mckinney, TX 75071
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Herman Lawson Early Childhood School may also want to explore other schools in the area. DR JACK COCKRILL MIDDLE (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IMAGINE INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY OF NORTH TEXAS (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FAUBION MIDDLE (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mckinney, see our Mckinney schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SLAUGHTER EL Mckinney | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| IMAGINE INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY OF NORTH TEXAS Mckinney | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| FAUBION MIDDLE Mckinney | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| J J A E P Mckinney | 0.8 mi | — |
| FIRST BAPTIST LEARNING CENTER Mckinney | 0.9 mi | — |
| BURKS EL Mckinney | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| MCKINNEY H S Mckinney | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| DR JACK COCKRILL MIDDLE Mckinney | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| JOSE DE JESUS AND MARIA LUISA VEGA EL Mckinney | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| SPECIAL PROG CTR/J J A E P Anna | 1.4 mi | — |
| CALDWELL EL Mckinney | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| ALBERT & IOLA LEE DAVIS MALVERN EL Mckinney | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| COLLIN COUNTY CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mckinney | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| SERENITY HIGH Mckinney | 1.9 mi | — |
| MCKINNEY NORTH H S Mckinney | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| VALLEY CREEK EL Mckinney | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| RENAISSANCE SCHOOL Mckinney | 2.2 mi | — |
| MCKINNEY BOYD H S Mckinney | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| SCOTT MORGAN JOHNSON MIDDLE Mckinney | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| FINCH EL Mckinney | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75071 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,839
Median Home Value
$448,500
Median Rent
$2,105/mo
Population
69,396
College Educated
50.7%
Homeownership
74.9%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
37.3
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Herman Lawson Early Childhood School
What grades does Herman Lawson Early Childhood School serve?
Herman Lawson Early Childhood School serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Herman Lawson Early Childhood School?
Herman Lawson Early Childhood School has an enrollment of approximately 610 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Herman Lawson Early Childhood School?
The student-teacher ratio at Herman Lawson Early Childhood School is 21.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Herman Lawson Early Childhood School rank in TX?
Herman Lawson Early Childhood School ranks #7,680 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Herman Lawson Early Childhood School's MySchoolScout rating?
Herman Lawson Early Childhood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Herman Lawson Early Childhood School a charter school?
No, Herman Lawson Early Childhood School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Herman Lawson Early Childhood School a Title I school?
No, Herman Lawson Early Childhood School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Herman Lawson Early Childhood School?
63.0% of students at Herman Lawson Early Childhood School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 610
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Collin County
- Phone
- (469) 302-2400
Resources & Links
District
MCKINNEY ISD- District Enrollment
- 23,306
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,139
- District Rank
- #31 of 31
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