Serving 1,132 students in grades 6-8, Lawson Middle 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 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,132 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lawson Middle School's student population of 1,132 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,132 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
School Rankings
Lawson Middle 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 Lawson Middle School is 0.48, 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
#5561 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
62%
53%
Black
37%
13%
White
1%
25%
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
95%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawson Middle School's ranking?
Lawson Middle School is ranked #5561 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lawson Middle School often compared to?
Lawson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Budewig Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lawson Middle School?
1,132 students attend Lawson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Lawson Middle School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lawson Middle School?
Lawson Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lawson Middle School offer ?
Lawson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lawson Middle School part of?
Lawson Middle School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Lawson Middle School located?
Lawson Middle School is located in the Central Southwest neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in Central Southwest.
School Reviews
5 8/27/2020
The best school in the world.
5 4/6/2020
This school is fun and great staff good technique of teaching.
2 10/16/2014
This is the worst school in houston I lot of bullying don't send your kid there
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