Serving 514 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Law Elementary 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 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Law Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Law Elementary School's student population of 514 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
514 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Law Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Law Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#4894 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
33%
53%
Black
64%
13%
White
1%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Law Elementary School's ranking?
Law Elementary School is ranked #4894 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Law Elementary School often compared to?
Law Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Almeda Elementary School, Woodson School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Law Elementary School?
514 students attend Law Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Law Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Law Elementary School?
Law Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Law Elementary School offer ?
Law Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Law Elementary School part of?
Law Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Law Elementary School located?
Law Elementary School is located in the South Acres And Crestmont Park neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 9 other public schools located in South Acres And Crestmont Park.
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