Serving 780 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lee Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LEE EL serves the southeast part of Houston, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 4.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lee Elementary School's student population of 780 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
780 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lee Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lee Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#3917 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
65%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-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 Lee Elementary School's ranking?
Lee Elementary School is ranked #3917 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lee Elementary School often compared to?
Lee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hairgrove Elementary School, Kirk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lee Elementary School?
780 students attend Lee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Lee Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lee Elementary School?
Lee Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lee Elementary School offer ?
Lee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lee Elementary School part of?
Lee Elementary School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Lee Elementary School located?
Lee Elementary School is located in the Mckendree Park neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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