Serving 134 students in grades 6-8, The Lawson Academy 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower 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)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Lawson Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
The Lawson Academy's student population of 134 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
134 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Lawson Academy 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 The Lawson Academy is 0.13, 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
#7177 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
53%
Black
93%
13%
White
1%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Lawson Academy's ranking?
The Lawson Academy is ranked #7177 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend The Lawson Academy?
134 students attend The Lawson Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of The Lawson Academy students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Lawson Academy?
The Lawson Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does The Lawson Academy offer ?
The Lawson Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is The Lawson Academy part of?
The Lawson Academy is part of The Lawson Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is The Lawson Academy located?
The Lawson Academy is located in the South Side neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 26 other public schools located in South Side.
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