Serving 2,998 students in grades 9-12, Marcus High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher 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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,998 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: MARCUS High School serves the western part of Flower Mound, TX, covering an area of approximately 20.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marcus High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Marcus High School's student population of 2,998 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 202 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,998 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
202 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1981
Campus Size
About 52 acres
School Rankings
Marcus High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marcus High School is 0.57, 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
#458 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
62%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
98%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Red, Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marcus High School's ranking?
Marcus High School is ranked #458 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Marcus High School often compared to?
Marcus High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flower Mound High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marcus High School?
The graduation rate of Marcus High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Marcus High School?
2,998 students attend Marcus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Marcus High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marcus High School?
Marcus High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marcus High School offer ?
Marcus High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Marcus High School part of?
Marcus High School is part of Lewisville Independent School District.
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