Serving 2,540 students in grades 9-12, Manvel High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,540 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manvel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Manvel High School's student population of 2,540 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 171 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
School Mascot
Mavericks
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
171 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Colors
Red, Navy Blue, Silver
School Rankings
Manvel High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manvel High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#5416 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
41%
53%
Black
40%
13%
White
10%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Manvel High School's ranking?
Manvel High School is ranked #5416 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Manvel High School often compared to?
Manvel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shadow Creek High School, Pearland High School, Glenda Dawson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manvel High School?
The graduation rate of Manvel High School is 96%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Manvel High School?
2,540 students attend Manvel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Manvel High School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manvel High School?
Manvel High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Manvel High School offer ?
Manvel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Manvel High School part of?
Manvel High School is part of Alvin Independent School District.
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