Serving 230 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Lovejoy Elementary 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 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lovejoy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lovejoy Elementary School's student population of 230 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
230 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Colors
Red and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lovejoy Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)15-19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
29%
16%
White
48%
45%
Two or more races
20%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Redbirds
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% IL state average).
How many students attend Lovejoy Elementary School?
230 students attend Lovejoy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Lovejoy Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 20% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lovejoy Elementary School?
Lovejoy Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lovejoy Elementary School offer ?
Lovejoy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Lovejoy Elementary School part of?
Lovejoy Elementary School is part of Alton CUSD 11 School District.
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