Serving 275 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Manara Academy 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manara Academy's student population of 275 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
275 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Manara Academy 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 Manara Academy is 0.62, 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
#6252 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
57%
6%
Hispanic
2%
54%
Black
16%
13%
White
16%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
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 Manara Academy's ranking?
Manara Academy is ranked #6252 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Manara Academy often compared to?
Manara Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Las Colinas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Manara Academy?
275 students attend Manara Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Manara Academy students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manara Academy?
Manara Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Manara Academy offer ?
Manara Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Manara Academy part of?
Manara Academy is part of Manara Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Manara Academy located?
Manara Academy is located in the Las Colinas neighborhood of Irving, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Las Colinas.
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