Serving 734 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lake Air Montessori School ranks in the bottom 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 44% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 734 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Air Montessori School's student population of 734 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
734 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
Lake Air Montessori School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Air Montessori School is 0.50, 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
#4408 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
68%
54%
Black
12%
13%
White
16%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Air Montessori School's ranking?
Lake Air Montessori School is ranked #4408 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lake Air Montessori School often compared to?
Lake Air Montessori Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dean Highland Elementary School, West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lake Air Montessori School?
734 students attend Lake Air Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lake Air Montessori School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Air Montessori School?
Lake Air Montessori School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Air Montessori School offer ?
Lake Air Montessori School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Lake Air Montessori School part of?
Lake Air Montessori School is part of Waco Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Air Montessori School located?
Lake Air Montessori School is located in the Landon Branch neighborhood of Waco, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Landon Branch.
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