THE LAWSON ACADEMY

Located at 5052 Scott Street in Houston, Texas, The Lawson Academy operates as an active, independent charter school district within the dynamic urban landscape of the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands metropolitan area. Classified as a large-city educational institution operating a single school site, the academy provides a tailored educational pipeline serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Designed to offer an engaging alternative within the public education ecosystem, the district maintains an accessible online hub (www.thelawsonacademy.org) to connect families, students, and community partners with institutional updates and academic resources.

Based on the 2024–2025 NCES dataset, The Lawson Academy serves a student body of 235 learners, consisting of 128 female and 107 male students, with strong concentration in early childhood pre-kindergarten programs and upper elementary to middle school grades. The district reflects a vibrant, culturally diverse environment, enrolling 169 Black students, 54 Hispanic students, as well as Asian, White, and Pacific Islander learners. Educational and operational needs are supported by a full-time equivalent (FTE) staff of approximately 46 professionals, including over 24 classroom teachers, 2 instructional aides, and nearly 20 dedicated support personnel. This comprehensive staffing structure ensures personalized instruction and robust student support services catered to the unique developmental stages of primary and middle school youth.