Serving 1,054 students in grades 6-8, Lewis 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 14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,054 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lewis Middle serves the northern part of its school district in Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 16.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 2.9 miles to the edge of the attendance area and a maximum distance of 5.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lewis Middle School's student population of 1,054 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,054 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
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School Rankings
Lewis Middle School 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 Lewis Middle School is 0.42, 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
#7753 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Hispanic
72%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Black
25%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
White
1%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewis Middle School's ranking?
Lewis Middle School is ranked #7753 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lewis Middle School?
1,054 students attend Lewis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Lewis Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 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 Lewis Middle School?
Lewis Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lewis Middle School offer ?
Lewis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lewis Middle School part of?
Lewis Middle School is part of Aldine Independent School District.
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