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Lanier Middle

Houston ISD · Harris County · 2600 WOODHEAD ST, Houston, TX 77098

(713)942-1900

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10/10
#39
Rank 39 out of 1,447
Top 3%
English Language Arts10/10 · #39 · 97th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #50 · 97th percentile
Science10/10 · #56 · 96th percentile

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School Overview

Lanier Middle sits in the heart of the Upper Kirby and Montrose area, one of Houston's most walkable and culturally rich neighborhoods, and the school's academic profile matches the ambition of the families who seek it out. Scoring in the 97th percentile across English, math, and science, it consistently ranks among the very best middle schools in Texas — a rare feat for a large urban district like HISD. Families drawn to a vibrant city lifestyle who also want a rigorous, high-performing public school without leaving the loop will find Lanier hard to beat.

Student Demographics

1,369 students tested · 2023-24 school year

Ethnicity

White
442 (32%)
Hispanic
406 (30%)
Asian
260 (19%)
African American
168 (12%)
Other
93 (7%)

Key Indicators

English Learners192 (14%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged388 (28%)
Students with Disabilities70 (5%)

Staff & Teachers(2023-24)

1,418
Enrollment
70.2
Teachers (FTE)
20.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio
5
Administrators (FTE)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs10/10 · #4 · 100th percentile

415 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in Texas.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found