Serving 95 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Lane School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 73%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 71%).
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≤10% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lane School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lane School's student population of 95 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
95 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lane School is 0.42, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
73%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
71%
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
73%
53%
Black
23%
13%
White
1%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤10%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lane School often compared to?
Lane Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Soar Center, Bendwood School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 73% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lane School?
The graduation rate of Lane School is 10%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lane School?
95 students attend Lane School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Lane School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lane School?
Lane School has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lane School offer ?
Lane School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Lane School part of?
Lane School is part of Aldine Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Lane School located?
Lane School is located in the Magnolia Gardens neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in Magnolia Gardens.
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