Very Good
#1589 of 8,547 schools in TX
Top 19% in state
Lead Academy H S
High School · LONGVIEW ISD
P O BOX 3268, Longview, TX 75606
Enrollment
149
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
149
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Longview
#13 of 25
public schools
Texas high schools
#352 of 1,699
In district
#9 of 13
LONGVIEW ISD
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Lead Academy H S
LEAD ACADEMY H S is a charter high school in Longview, Texas, offering education to students from ninth through twelfth grade. With an enrollment of 149 students and a student-teacher ratio of 13.5:1, the school provides personalized attention and support. The academic performance at LEAD ACADEMY H S shows room for improvement, with a MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and a state ranking of #2211 out of 8598 schools in Texas.
Students perform better in math, with 54% achieving proficiency or above compared to only 16% in ELA/Reading. Located in the heart of a small city, LEAD ACADEMY H S serves students who may benefit from an alternative educational setting. The school focuses on providing a supportive environment that helps students develop and succeed academically and personally.
Set against the backdrop of Longview, this charter high school is part of a community dedicated to offering diverse learning opportunities for its youth.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 149 students, Lead Academy H S is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Lead Academy H S is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.
Score Breakdown
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Lead Academy H S — Students at Lead Academy H S score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.9/10.
How Lead Academy H S Compares
See how Lead Academy H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 54.5% (2019) to 54.5% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 17% (2019) to 15% (2021).
Location
P O BOX 3268, Longview, TX 75606
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lead Academy H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. J L EVERHART MAGNET EL (rated 9.2/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FOREST PARK MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARY S CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Longview, see our Longview schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WEE LEARN CENTER Longview | 0.2 mi | — |
| PRESBYTERIAN CHILDRENS CENTER Longview | 0.5 mi | — |
| SCHOOL FOR LITTLE CHILDREN Longview | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| JUVENILE DETENT CTR Longview | 0.8 mi | — |
| WARE EL Longview | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| CLARENCE W BAILEY EL Longview | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| THE PREP SCHOOL Longview | 0.9 mi | — |
| TRINITY SCHOOL OF TEXAS Longview | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| BRAMLETTE STEAM ACADEMY Longview | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
| LONGVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longview | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| FOSTER MIDDLE Longview | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| EAST TEXAS MONTESSORI PREP ACADEMY Longview | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| HUDSON EL Longview | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longview | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| FOREST PARK MAGNET SCHOOL Longview | 2.6 mi | 8.8 |
| ST MARY S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Longview | 3.1 mi | 8.6 |
| PINE TREE MIDDLE Longview | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| J L EVERHART MAGNET EL Longview | 3.3 mi | 9.2 |
| ALPINE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Longview | 3.3 mi | — |
| PARKWAY EL Longview | 2.9 mi | 7.9 |
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BURLESON COLLEGIATE H S Burleson, TX | 7.7 |
| COLMESNEIL JH/HS Colmesneil, TX | 7.7 |
| ELDORADO H S Eldorado, TX | 7.7 |
| GARDEN CITY H S Garden City, TX | 7.7 |
| HASKELL H S Haskell, TX | 7.7 |
| JEFFERSON LEARNING CTR Denison, TX | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lead Academy H S
What grades does Lead Academy H S serve?
Lead Academy H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Lead Academy H S?
Lead Academy H S has an enrollment of approximately 149 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lead Academy H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Lead Academy H S is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lead Academy H S rank in TX?
Lead Academy H S is ranked #1589 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Lead Academy H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Lead Academy H S has a composite rating of 7.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Lead Academy H S?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Lead Academy H S has 54.5% math proficiency and 16.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Lead Academy H S a charter school?
Yes, Lead Academy H S is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Lead Academy H S a Title I school?
No, Lead Academy H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lead Academy H S?
83.2% of students at Lead Academy H S qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 149
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Gregg County
- Phone
- (903) 381-3921
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
LONGVIEW ISD- District Enrollment
- 8,104
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,251
- District Rank
- #9 of 13
Other Schools in This District
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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