Summary:
In zip code 78653 (Manor, TX), there are two middle schools serving grades 6-8 within the Manor Independent School District (Isd), a district ranked in the bottom 6% of Texas.
Manor New Technology Middle is the clear standout, ranking in the 16th percentile statewide—nearly three times higher than Manor Middle, which sits at the 6th percentile. The "New Tech" school achieves proficiency rates that are often double or triple those of Manor Middle in core subjects like Reading (41.3% vs. 26.8%) and Science (30.38% vs. 8.47%). Most striking is its success with advanced coursework: Manor New Technology Middle students achieve an 78.95% proficiency rate in Algebra I and an exceptional 89.09% in Biology, both well above state averages. In contrast, Manor Middle students achieve only 32.61% and 29.55% in those same exams. This gap exists despite Manor Middle spending $1,485 more per student ($10,032 vs. $8,547) and having a lower student-teacher ratio (12.4:1 vs. 16.7:1), showing that instructional approach matters more than resources alone.
While Manor Middle has a higher percentage of economically disadvantaged students (79.65% free/reduced lunch vs. 60.08% at Manor New Technology Middle), the "New Tech" school still achieves proficiency rates in advanced subjects that exceed state averages, demonstrating its program can overcome some challenges. Manor New Technology Middle also has a lower dropout rate (0.6% vs. 1.6%). The district faces a clear divide: one school is a high-performing specialized asset, while the other is a struggling traditional school needing intervention. For parents, the data strongly suggests that Manor New Technology Middle offers a significantly more effective academic environment, particularly for students ready for advanced coursework.
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