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Lowery Freshman Center

School · ALLEN ISD

368 N GREENVILLE AVE, Allen, TX 75002

Enrollment

1,693

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

6.3

Grades

9th – 9th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,356 of 8,552

In Allen

#18 of 21

public schools

In district

#18 of 21

ALLEN ISD

Academic growth

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Lowery Freshman Center

6.3/10

School in Allen · grades 9th – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lowery Freshman Center

Lowery Freshman Center is a public school in Allen, TX, part of ALLEN ISD. Lowery Freshman Center serves approximately 1,693 students, and covers grades 9th-9th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lowery Freshman Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,356 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Lowery Freshman Center show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.6
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-2.67 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency85% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+12.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+30.7 pts
Overall Proficiency71% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)73% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
College Readiness3.8Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation20.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,417
Chronic Absenteeism14.2%

Lowery Freshman Center — Students at Lowery Freshman Center score 70% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).

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Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 74.7% (multi-year average, 2012-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 86.0% (multi-year average, 2012-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 22 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2012
Math
95%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
96%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
91%
ELA
91%
2015
Math
91%
ELA
90%
2016
Math
95%
ELA
91%
2017
Math
70%
ELA
80%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
84%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
84%
2020*
Math
48%
ELA
79%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
79%
2024
Math
56%
ELA
85%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Lowery Freshman Center Compares

See how Lowery Freshman Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
49th percentile in TX
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
5.0/10
Average
Sports
20
10 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
108 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.2%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics20sports offered
10 boys'·10 girls'·8 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

368 N GREENVILLE AVE, Allen, TX 75002

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lowery Freshman Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. JENNY PRESTON EL (rated 8.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BEVERLY CHEATHAM EL (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DR E T BOON EL (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Allen, see our Allen schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
THE ACADEMY AT CHURCH ELEVEN32 Allen 0.2 mi 4.8
ALLEN H S Allen 0.4 mi 6.6
DISCOVERY DAYS Allen 0.7 mi
W E PETE FORD MIDDLE Allen 0.9 mi 8.1
OAK BROOK SCHOOL ALLEN Allen 1.0 mi 6.2
GENE M REED EL Allen 0.9 mi 6.2
ALTON BOYD EL Allen 1.5 mi 4.2
MAX O VAUGHAN EL Allen 1.6 mi 8.4
JAMES AND MARGIE MARION EL Allen 1.6 mi 8.3
WALTER & LOIS CURTIS MIDDLE Allen 1.6 mi 8.0
ALVIS C STORY EL Allen 1.8 mi 5.3
BOLIN EL Parker 2.0 mi 7.6
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF EAST ALLEN Allen 1.9 mi
THE GODDARD SCHOOL OF ALLEN Allen 1.9 mi 3.4
BEVERLY CHEATHAM EL Allen 2.1 mi 8.6
DAVID AND LYNDA OLSON EL Allen 2.1 mi 8.0
DR E T BOON EL Allen 2.1 mi 8.5
FRANCES E NORTON EL Allen 2.1 mi 8.4
JENNY PRESTON EL Allen 2.5 mi 8.7
CREME DE LA CREME - ALLEN Allen 2.2 mi

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 Lowery Freshman Center

What grades does Lowery Freshman Center serve?

Lowery Freshman Center serves students in grades 9th through 9th.

How many students attend Lowery Freshman Center?

Lowery Freshman Center has an enrollment of approximately 1,693 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lowery Freshman Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Lowery Freshman Center is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lowery Freshman Center rank in TX?

Lowery Freshman Center ranks #4,356 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Lowery Freshman Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Lowery Freshman Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Lowery Freshman Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lowery Freshman Center has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).

Is Lowery Freshman Center a charter school?

No, Lowery Freshman Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lowery Freshman Center a Title I school?

No, Lowery Freshman Center is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 9th
Enrollment
1,693
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
108
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Collin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.2%

District

ALLEN ISD
District Enrollment
21,370
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,417
District Rank
#18 of 21

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