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#5986 of 8,552 schools in TX
Las Americas
Middle School · HOUSTON ISD
6501 BELLAIRE BLVD, Houston, TX 77074
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
4th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,986 of 8,552
In Houston
#448 of 723
public schools
In district
#166 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Las Americas
Las Americas is a public middle school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Las Americas serves approximately 213 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Las Americas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #5,986 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Las Americas show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Las Americas sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Las Americas sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
53% of students at Las Americas were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Las Americas — Students at Las Americas score 3% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Las Americas Compares
See how Las Americas performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6501 BELLAIRE BLVD, Houston, TX 77074
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Las Americas may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. KIPP CONNECT HOUSTON PRI (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE SAINT CONSTANTINE SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MONTESSORI LEARNING INSTITUTE (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LONG ACADEMY Houston | 0.0 mi | 5.1 |
| YES PREP - GULFTON Houston | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| PREMIER H S - HOUSTON (SHARPSTOWN) Lewisville | 0.3 mi | — |
| KIPP CONNECT HOUSTON PRI Houston | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| KIPP CONNECT PREPARATORY Houston | 0.3 mi | 4.1 |
| NCI CHARTER SCHOOL WITHOUT WALLS Houston | 0.3 mi | 3.4 |
| ETOILE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| NEW NEIGHBOR CAMPUS Houston | 0.4 mi | 3.6 |
| BAKER-RIPLEY CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 0.4 mi | 3.7 |
| MISTRAL CENTER FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD Houston | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| SUTTON EL Houston | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| THE HARRIS SCHOOL Houston | 0.6 mi | — |
| ENERGIZED FOR EXCELLENCE ACADEMY ECC Houston | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| ENERGIZED FOR EXCELLENCE ACADEMY EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| ENERGIZED FOR EXCELLENCE ACADEMY INC MIDDLE Houston | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| SER-NINOS CHARTER EL II Houston | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| BRAEBURN EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| MONTESSORI LEARNING INSTITUTE Houston | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| BENAVIDEZ EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| THE SAINT CONSTANTINE SCHOOL Houston | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77074 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,408
Median Home Value
$201,600
Median Rent
$1,066/mo
Population
37,467
College Educated
20.3%
Homeownership
32.6%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
27.2%
Median Age
32.6
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| BLOOMING GROVE JH Blooming Grove, TX | 5.3 |
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| RICE JH Altair, TX | 5.3 |
| TOM BEAN MIDDLE Tom Bean, TX | 5.3 |
| DAINGERFIELD J H Daingerfield, TX | 5.2 |
| MARY HARPER MIDDLE Dilley, TX | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Las Americas
What grades does Las Americas serve?
Las Americas serves students in grades 4th through 8th.
How many students attend Las Americas?
Las Americas has an enrollment of approximately 213 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Las Americas?
The student-teacher ratio at Las Americas is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Las Americas rank in TX?
Las Americas ranks #5,986 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Las Americas's MySchoolScout rating?
Las Americas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Las Americas?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Las Americas has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Las Americas a charter school?
No, Las Americas is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Las Americas a Title I school?
No, Las Americas is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Las Americas?
98.6% of students at Las Americas qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 213
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.1%
- Phone
- (713) 773-5300
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #166 of 272
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