Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Mahanay Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mahanay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Mahanay Elementary School's student population of 499 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
499 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mahanay Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mahanay Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#2565 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
26%
6%
Hispanic
32%
54%
Black
34%
13%
White
6%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mahanay Elementary School's ranking?
Mahanay Elementary School is ranked #2565 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mahanay Elementary School?
499 students attend Mahanay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Mahanay Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mahanay Elementary School?
Mahanay Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mahanay Elementary School offer ?
Mahanay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Mahanay Elementary School part of?
Mahanay Elementary School is part of Alief Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Mahanay Elementary School located?
Mahanay Elementary School is located in the Alief neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 31 other public schools located in Alief.
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