Lovejoy High School is a public high school in Lucas, Texas, in south-central Collin County. It is the only high school in the Lovejoy Independent School District and is classified as 5A by the University Interscholastic League.
Serving 1,581 students in grades 9-12, Lovejoy High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,581 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: LOVEJOY H S's attendance zone, located in Allen, TX, spans approximately 17 square miles and covers the entire school district, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 12 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 3.5 miles, extending up to 4.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lovejoy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lovejoy High School's student population of 1,581 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,581 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Rankings
Lovejoy High School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lovejoy High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#63 out of 8096 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
14%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
23%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Leopard
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lovejoy High School's ranking?
Lovejoy High School is ranked #63 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lovejoy High School often compared to?
Lovejoy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lovejoy High School?
The graduation rate of Lovejoy High School is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Lovejoy High School?
1,581 students attend Lovejoy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lovejoy High School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lovejoy High School?
Lovejoy High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lovejoy High School offer ?
Lovejoy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lovejoy High School part of?
Lovejoy High School is part of Lovejoy Independent School District.
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