Serving 1,693 students in grades 9, Lowery Freshman Center ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 60% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 1,693 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lowery Freshman Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lowery Freshman Center's student population of 1,693 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
Total Students
1,693 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
School Rankings
Lowery Freshman Center ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowery Freshman Center is 0.74, which is more 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
#1196 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
25%
6%
Hispanic
15%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
40%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowery Freshman Center's ranking?
Lowery Freshman Center is ranked #1196 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lowery Freshman Center often compared to?
Lowery Freshman Centeris 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lowery Freshman Center?
1,693 students attend Lowery Freshman Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Lowery Freshman Center students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lowery Freshman Center?
Lowery Freshman Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lowery Freshman Center offer ?
Lowery Freshman Center offers enrollment in grades 9
What school district is Lowery Freshman Center part of?
Lowery Freshman Center is part of Allen Independent School District.
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