Needs Improvement
#8519 of 8,552 schools in TX
Lewis Middle
Middle School · ALDINE ISD
21255 W HARDY RD, Houston, TX 77073
Enrollment
985
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
2.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
985
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
2.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,519 of 8,552
In Houston
#723 of 723
public schools
In district
#77 of 77
ALDINE ISD
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Lewis Middle
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About Lewis Middle
Lewis Middle is a public middle school in Houston, TX, part of ALDINE ISD. Lewis Middle serves approximately 985 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lewis Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,519 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Lewis Middle show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 2.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
62% of students at Lewis Middle 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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Lewis Middle — Students at Lewis Middle score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
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: 1.7/10.
How Lewis Middle Compares
See how Lewis Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
21255 W HARDY RD, Houston, TX 77073
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lewis Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. YOUNG WOMENS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 9.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BAMMEL MIDDLE (rated 2.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CAROLEE BOOKER EL Houston | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| ANDY DEKANEY H S Houston | 0.6 mi | 2.7 |
| YOUNG WOMENS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Houston | 1.2 mi | 9.6 |
| RICHEY ACADEMY Houston | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| DUNN EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 2.6 |
| NIMITZ H S Houston | 1.4 mi | 3.1 |
| MEYER EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| SPRING EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY Houston | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
| RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY HOUSTON (SUBURBAN) Houston | 2.2 mi | 3.4 |
| RALPH EICKENROHT EL Houston | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| ABIDING WORD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Houston | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL Huntsville | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
| BAMMEL MIDDLE Houston | 2.3 mi | 2.6 |
| THE SCHOOL FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES AT BAMMEL Houston | 2.3 mi | 3.6 |
| APPLE TREE SCHOOL Houston | 2.2 mi | — |
| LEMM EL Klein | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| PEARL M HIRSCH EL Spring | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| BAMMEL EL Houston | 2.3 mi | 3.6 |
| WESTFIELD H S Houston | 2.3 mi | 2.7 |
| SPRING H S Spring | 2.8 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77073 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,271
Median Home Value
$206,700
Median Rent
$1,330/mo
Population
43,684
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
31.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LEONARD MIDDLE Fort Worth, TX | 2.0 |
| PAREDES MIDDLE Austin, TX | 2.0 |
| TAFOLLA MIDDLE San Antonio, TX | 2.0 |
| TEAGUE MIDDLE Humble, TX | 2.2 |
| CEDAR CREEK MIDDLE Cedar Creek, TX | 2.4 |
| MANOR MIDDLE Killeen, TX | 2.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lewis Middle
What grades does Lewis Middle serve?
Lewis Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Lewis Middle?
Lewis Middle has an enrollment of approximately 985 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lewis Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Lewis Middle is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lewis Middle rank in TX?
Lewis Middle ranks #8,519 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Lewis Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Lewis Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.0 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 Lewis Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lewis Middle has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Lewis Middle a charter school?
No, Lewis Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lewis Middle a Title I school?
No, Lewis Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lewis Middle?
93.9% of students at Lewis Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 985
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 71
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.5%
- Phone
- (281) 209-8257
Resources & Links
District
ALDINE ISD- District Enrollment
- 57,844
- Schools in District
- 80
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,268
- District Rank
- #77 of 77
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