Best 78653 Texas Public High Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 4,352 students in 78653, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 78653, TX are Texas Empowerment Academy, Compass Rose Destiny and Manor New Technology High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78653 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78653, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78653 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Manor New Technology High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78653, TX Public High Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Texas Empowerment Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5800 E Parmer Ln
Manor, TX 78653
(512) 494-1076
Gr: 3-12 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #22.
Compass Rose Destiny
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
14031 Fm 973 N
Manor, TX 78653
(210) 540-9265
Gr: K-9 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Manor New Technology High School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
10323 Hwy 290e
Manor, TX 78653
(512) 278-4875
Gr: 9-12 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Manor High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
14832 N Fm 973
Manor, TX 78653
(512) 278-4669
Gr: 9-12 | 2,422 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Manor Excel Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
10400 Wildhorse Ranch Trail
Manor, TX 78653
(512) 278-4851
Gr: 10-12 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Travis Co J J A E P
Alternative School
10335 Hwy 290e
Manor, TX 78653
(512) 278-4000
Gr: 11 | 1 student
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 78653 Texas

78653, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
600 E Parsons
Manor, TX 78653
(512) 278-4269
Gr: PK | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 78653, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 78653, TX include Texas Empowerment Academy, Compass Rose Destiny and Manor New Technology High School.
How many public high schools are located in 78653?
6 public high schools are located in 78653.
What is the racial composition of students in 78653?
78653 public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

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