Serving 284 students in grades 6-8, Southwest Public Schools Lead &global Studies 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 18% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southwest Public Schools Lead &global Studies Academy's student population of 284 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 78% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
284 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Education Meets Exploration
School Rankings
Southwest Public Schools Lead &global Studies Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest Public Schools Lead &global Studies Academy is 0.20, 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
#7644 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Hispanic
89%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest Public Schools Lead &global Studies Academy's ranking?
Southwest Public Schools Lead &global Studies Academy is ranked #7644 out of 8,096 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Southwest Public Schools Lead &global Studies Academy?
284 students attend Southwest Public Schools Lead &global Studies Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Southwest Public Schools Lead &global Studies Academy students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What grades does Southwest Public Schools Lead &global Studies Academy offer ?
Southwest Public Schools Lead &global Studies Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Southwest Public Schools Lead &global Studies Academy part of?
Southwest Public Schools Lead &global Studies Academy is part of Southwest School District.
In what neighborhood is Southwest Public Schools Lead &global Studies Academy located?
Southwest Public Schools Lead &global Studies Academy is located in the Mid West neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in Mid West.
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