The Lawson Academy

5052 Scott St
Houston, TX 77004
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 195 students in grades Prekindergarten-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 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 195 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • : Bottom 50% in TX
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 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:

School Overview

The Lawson Academy's student population of 195 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
195 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers

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 0.22, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#7177 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
15-19%
41%
35-39%
51%
20-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
6%
53%
Black
88%
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.22
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
195 students attend The Lawson Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of The Lawson Academy students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Lawson Academy?
The Lawson Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does The Lawson Academy offer ?
The Lawson Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 195 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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