Edward S. Marcus High School is a public high school in Flower Mound, Texas. It is a part of the Lewisville Independent School District.
Serving 3,003 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 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,003 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- 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%)
- 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 3,003 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 193 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,003 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
193 teachers
Year Founded
1981
Colors
Black, Red, Silver
School Calendar
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 0.56, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
18%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
63%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 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%.
How many students attend Marcus High School?
3,003 students attend Marcus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Marcus High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marcus High School?
Marcus High School has a student ration of 16:1, 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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