Serving 799 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lee Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 799 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lee Elementary School's student population of 799 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
799 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Lee Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lee Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#3726 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
64%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
8%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lee Elementary School's ranking?
Lee Elementary School is ranked #3726 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lee Elementary School often compared to?
Lee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hairgrove Elementary School, Kirk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lee Elementary School?
799 students attend Lee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Lee Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lee Elementary School?
Lee Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lee Elementary School offer ?
Lee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lee Elementary School part of?
Lee Elementary School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Lee Elementary School located?
Lee Elementary School is located in the Mckendree Park neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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