Serving 535 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marvin Biomedical 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marvin Elementary serves the northern part of Waxahachie, TX, covering an area of approximately 3.3 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with most homes located within 1.2 miles of its edges and the furthest point being 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marvin Biomedical Academy's student population of 535 students has grown by 101% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
535 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Brave. Be Kind. Be You.
School Rankings
Marvin Biomedical 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 Marvin Biomedical Academy is 0.69, 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
#5750 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
42%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-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 Marvin Biomedical Academy's ranking?
Marvin Biomedical Academy is ranked #5750 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Marvin Biomedical Academy?
535 students attend Marvin Biomedical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Marvin Biomedical Academy students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marvin Biomedical Academy?
Marvin Biomedical Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marvin Biomedical Academy offer ?
Marvin Biomedical Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Marvin Biomedical Academy part of?
Marvin Biomedical Academy is part of Waxahachie Independent School District.
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