Serving 762 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mary Burks Marek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 762 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Mary Burks Marek Elementary serves the northwest part of Alvin, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school from anywhere in the zone takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Burks Marek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mary Burks Marek Elementary School's student population of 762 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
762 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mary Burks Marek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary Burks Marek Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1020 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
39%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-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 Mary Burks Marek Elementary School's ranking?
Mary Burks Marek Elementary School is ranked #1020 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mary Burks Marek Elementary School often compared to?
Mary Burks Marek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary School, Glenn York Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mary Burks Marek Elementary School?
762 students attend Mary Burks Marek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Mary Burks Marek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary Burks Marek Elementary School?
Mary Burks Marek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mary Burks Marek Elementary School offer ?
Mary Burks Marek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mary Burks Marek Elementary School part of?
Mary Burks Marek Elementary School is part of Alvin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary Burks Marek Elementary School located?
Mary Burks Marek Elementary School is located in the River Oaks neighborhood of Alvin, TX.
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