Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Mahanay 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 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Mahanay Elementary serves a central area in Houston, TX, covering approximately 1.1 square miles. Most residents live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.6 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mahanay Elementary School's student population of 499 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
499 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mahanay Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mahanay Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#2565 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
26%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mahanay Elementary School's ranking?
Mahanay Elementary School is ranked #2565 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mahanay Elementary School often compared to?
Mahanay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heflin Elementary School, Outley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mahanay Elementary School?
499 students attend Mahanay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Mahanay Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mahanay Elementary School?
Mahanay Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mahanay Elementary School offer ?
Mahanay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Mahanay Elementary School part of?
Mahanay Elementary School is part of Alief Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Mahanay Elementary School located?
Mahanay Elementary School is located in the Alief neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Alief.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I've been in Mahanay since pre-kindergarten. However, I didn't want to leave the school because there were nice teachers. Sadly, in 2019, I had to leave. (I was in 4th grade at the time) Even though I had a few strict teachers, they still showed a somewhat nice side as well. Fortunately, I'll remember my teachers, coaches, and the school staff while I'm in intermediate, middle, high, college, and university. Well, I'll try to at least. By the way, their service is amazing.
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