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#3108 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 36% in state

Lovejoy Childhood Development Center

School · LOVEJOY ISD

256 COUNTRY CLUB RD, Allen, TX 75002

Enrollment

64

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – Pre-K

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,108 of 8,552

In Allen

#16 of 21

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

LOVEJOY ISD

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Lovejoy Childhood Development Center

7.1/10

School in Allen · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lovejoy Childhood Development Center

Lovejoy Childhood Development Center is a public school in Allen, TX, part of LOVEJOY ISD. Lovejoy Childhood Development Center serves approximately 64 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Lovejoy Childhood Development Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,108 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Lovejoy Childhood Development Center show 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.3
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 64 students, Lovejoy Childhood Development Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent36%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent36%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency77% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)73% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment2.5Needs Improvement29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,206

Lovejoy Childhood Development Center — Students at Lovejoy Childhood Development Center score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).

How we calculate scores →

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 91.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 90.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2010
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
96%
ELA
97%
2013
Math
97%
ELA
97%
2014
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
95%
ELA
97%
2016
Math
96%
ELA
93%
2017
Math
83%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
85%
ELA
79%
2019
Math
85%
ELA
79%
2020*
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
77%
ELA
77%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.

How Lovejoy Childhood Development Center Compares

See how Lovejoy Childhood Development Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
64th percentile in TX
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
2.5/10
Needs Improvement

Location

256 COUNTRY CLUB RD, Allen, TX 75002

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lovejoy Childhood Development Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. WILLOW SPRINGS MIDDLE (rated 8.7/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Lucas), which scores notably higher. Another option is SLOAN CREEK INT (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Fairview), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROBERT L PUSTER EL (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Fairview), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Allen, see our Allen schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
SLOAN CREEK INT Fairview 0.6 mi 8.6
DAVID AND LYNDA OLSON EL Allen 1.0 mi 8.0
THE GODDARD SCHOOL OF ALLEN Allen 1.1 mi 3.4
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF EAST ALLEN Allen 1.2 mi
LOVEJOY H S Lucas 1.6 mi 8.4
WALTER & LOIS CURTIS MIDDLE Allen 1.7 mi 8.0
GEM EXPRESS PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Lucas 1.8 mi
JAMES AND MARGIE MARION EL Allen 1.7 mi 8.3
ROBERT L PUSTER EL Fairview 2.1 mi 8.5
ALVIS C STORY EL Allen 2.4 mi 5.3
GENE M REED EL Allen 2.2 mi 6.2
JOE V HART EL Lucas 2.6 mi 8.2
OAK BROOK SCHOOL ALLEN Allen 2.4 mi 6.2
WILLOW SPRINGS MIDDLE Lucas 3.1 mi 8.7
CARLENA CHANDLER EL Allen 3.2 mi 8.1
THE ACADEMY AT CHURCH ELEVEN32 Allen 2.8 mi 4.8
LOWERY FRESHMAN CENTER Allen 3.0 mi 6.3
LUCAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lucas 3.3 mi 4.6
BOLIN EL Parker 3.4 mi 7.6
ALLEN H S Allen 3.1 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$129,306

Median Home Value

$403,800

Median Rent

$1,967/mo

Population

73,295

College Educated

52%

Homeownership

78.1%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

39.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lovejoy Childhood Development Center

What grades does Lovejoy Childhood Development Center serve?

Lovejoy Childhood Development Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.

How many students attend Lovejoy Childhood Development Center?

Lovejoy Childhood Development Center has an enrollment of approximately 64 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lovejoy Childhood Development Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Lovejoy Childhood Development Center is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lovejoy Childhood Development Center rank in TX?

Lovejoy Childhood Development Center ranks #3,108 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Lovejoy Childhood Development Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Lovejoy Childhood Development Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Lovejoy Childhood Development Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lovejoy Childhood Development Center has 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Lovejoy Childhood Development Center a charter school?

No, Lovejoy Childhood Development Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lovejoy Childhood Development Center a Title I school?

No, Lovejoy Childhood Development Center is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
64
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Collin County

District

LOVEJOY ISD
District Enrollment
4,092
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,206
District Rank
#6 of 6

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