Excellent
#554 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 7% in state
Willow Springs Middle
Middle School · LOVEJOY ISD
1101 W LUCAS RD, Lucas, TX 75002
Enrollment
707
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
8.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
707
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
8.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#554 of 8,552
In Lucas
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
LOVEJOY ISD
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Willow Springs Middle
Willow Springs Middle is a public middle school in Lucas, TX, part of LOVEJOY ISD. Willow Springs Middle serves approximately 707 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Willow Springs Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #554 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Willow Springs Middle show 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 8.6
- TX avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Willow Springs Middle — Students at Willow Springs Middle score 88% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.5/10.
How Willow Springs Middle Compares
See how Willow Springs Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1101 W LUCAS RD, Lucas, TX 75002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willow Springs Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SLOAN CREEK INT (rated 8.6/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Fairview), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WALTER & LOIS CURTIS MIDDLE (rated 8.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Allen), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lucas, see our Lucas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOE V HART EL Lucas | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| LUCAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lucas | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| GEM EXPRESS PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Lucas | 1.3 mi | — |
| LOVEJOY H S Lucas | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| CARLENA CHANDLER EL Allen | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| ALVIS C STORY EL Allen | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| RITA SMITH EL Wylie | 2.8 mi | 9.2 |
| WALTER & LOIS CURTIS MIDDLE Allen | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| DAVID AND LYNDA OLSON EL Allen | 2.8 mi | 8.0 |
| BOLIN EL Parker | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
| LOVEJOY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Allen | 3.1 mi | 7.1 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF EAST ALLEN Allen | 2.9 mi | — |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL OF ALLEN Allen | 2.9 mi | 3.4 |
| SLOAN CREEK INT Fairview | 3.6 mi | 8.6 |
| HUNT EL Murphy | 3.5 mi | 8.9 |
| GEORGE W BUSH EL Wylie | 3.3 mi | 9.1 |
| GENE M REED EL Allen | 3.3 mi | 6.2 |
| MCMILLEN H S Murphy | 4.0 mi | 5.4 |
| R V GROVES EL Wylie | 4.0 mi | 8.9 |
| DODD EL Wylie | 3.9 mi | 9.1 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willow Springs Middle
What grades does Willow Springs Middle serve?
Willow Springs Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Willow Springs Middle?
Willow Springs Middle has an enrollment of approximately 707 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willow Springs Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Willow Springs Middle is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Willow Springs Middle rank in TX?
Willow Springs Middle ranks #554 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Willow Springs Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Willow Springs Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Willow Springs Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Willow Springs Middle has 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Willow Springs Middle a charter school?
No, Willow Springs Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willow Springs Middle a Title I school?
No, Willow Springs Middle is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 707
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Collin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.4%
- Phone
- (469) 742-8500
Resources & Links
District
LOVEJOY ISD- District Enrollment
- 4,092
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,206
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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