Serving 1,111 students in grades 9-12, Mabank High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,111 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mabank High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mabank High School's student population of 1,111 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,111 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mabank High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mabank High School is 0.48, which is less 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
#4522 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
25%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
68%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mabank High School's ranking?
Mabank High School is ranked #4522 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mabank High School often compared to?
Mabank High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kaufman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mabank High School?
The graduation rate of Mabank High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Mabank High School?
1,111 students attend Mabank High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Mabank High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mabank High School?
Mabank High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mabank High School offer ?
Mabank High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mabank High School part of?
Mabank High School is part of Mabank Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 11/2/2018
Has the best Auto Teachers around including Dallas.
5 9/26/2007
I've been to many different schools, and the one I've really ever liked, is Mabank High School. It's a pretty good school. MOST, of the Teachers really seem to care. Some don't, but they're usually the older ones. The principle, Mr. Wallis, is nice. He seems to care about the students.
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