Serving 125 students in grades 7-12, Manara Leadership Academy 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manara Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Manara Leadership Academy's student population of 125 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
125 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Manara Leadership Academy 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 Manara Leadership 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
#3708 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
46%
6%
Hispanic
1%
54%
Black
23%
13%
White
23%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manara Leadership Academy's ranking?
Manara Leadership Academy is ranked #3708 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manara Leadership Academy?
The graduation rate of Manara Leadership Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Manara Leadership Academy?
125 students attend Manara Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Manara Leadership Academy students are Asian, 23% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manara Leadership Academy?
Manara Leadership Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Manara Leadership Academy offer ?
Manara Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Manara Leadership Academy part of?
Manara Leadership Academy is part of Manara Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Manara Leadership Academy located?
Manara Leadership Academy is located in the Las Colinas neighborhood of Irving, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Las Colinas.
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