Serving 148 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lovington Grade School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lovington Grade School serves the southern part of Lovington, IL, covering an area of approximately 160.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive time of 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lovington Grade School's student population of 148 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
148 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lovington Grade School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lovington Grade School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2046 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
94%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lovington Grade School's ranking?
Lovington Grade School is ranked #2046 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lovington Grade School?
148 students attend Lovington Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Lovington Grade School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lovington Grade School?
Lovington Grade School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lovington Grade School offer ?
Lovington Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Lovington Grade School part of?
Lovington Grade School is part of Arthur CUSD 305 School District.
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