Manvel High School is a public high school located along Texas State Highway 6 in the city of Manvel, Texas, USA. It is a part of the Alvin Independent School District located in northern Brazoria County and is classified as a 6A school by the UIL.
Serving 2,238 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 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 91% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,238 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Manvel High School serves the northwest part of the Alvin, TX school district, covering an area of approximately 158.1 square miles. Families typically experience a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manvel High School's student population of 2,238 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 145 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,238 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
145 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
Manvel High 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 Manvel High School is 0.67, 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
#5099 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
41%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Gold
School Mascot
Mavericks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manvel High School's ranking?
Manvel High School is ranked #5099 out of 8,096 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Manvel High School?
2,238 students attend Manvel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Manvel High School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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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