Choosing the right middle school for your children can prove to be a daunting task. Middle school is when children start to flex their growing independence. This is a critical transition period for students. As they assert their independence, their responsibilities increase, they attend multiple classes and their academic performance are closely monitored and graded. Schools focus on preparing them for the more rigorous academic grind in high school.
We are making this task easier for you by comparing two below average middle schools: Manor New Technology Middle School and Manor Rise Academy. We compiled relevant data for you to be able to make an informed decision. Both schools are under the jurisdiction of the MANOR ISD.
Manor New Technology Middle School’s regular student population is 744 with a 16.8 students/teacher ratio. The student population at Manor Rise Academy is 507 students and a 16.7 students/teacher ratio.
Manor New Technology Middle School was accorded a State accountability rating of D (60-69) based on three domains: student achievement, school progress and closing the gaps. Scores are scaled from 0 to 100 to align with letter grades. The school scored 67 in student achievement, 60 in school progress and 70 in closing performance gaps. It scored 68 overall in post-secondary readiness, a broad term that refers to student preparedness to undertake multiple pathways after graduation, or specifically, their preparedness for college education.
On the other hand, Manor Rise Academy also earned a State accountability rating of D. The school posted 65 in student achievement, 59 in school progress, 70 in closing performance gaps and 67 overall in post-secondary readiness.
| Rating |
D
Below Average
|
|---|---|
| Student Achievement | 67 |
| Student Progress | 60 |
| Closing Performance Gaps | 70 |
| Overall | 68 |
A distinction designation acknowledges districts and campuses for outstanding achievement based on the outcomes of several performance indicators. Distinction designations are awarded for achievement in several areas and are based on performance relative to a group of campuses of similar type, size, grade span, and student demographics.
Distinction Designations for Manor New Technology Middle School and Manor Rise Academy are not applicable as neither one earned a recognition for outstanding achievement in seven categories.
| Distinctions | 0/7 |
|---|
| Distinctions | 0/7 |
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Based on Racial/Ethnic Groups, Hispanics comprise the biggest group at Manor New Technology Middle School. They make up for 65.19% of student population, followed by African Americans (17.88%), Whites or Caucasians (6.59%), Asians (6.32%), Two or More Races (3.63%) and Native Americans (0.27%).
The student population at Manor Rise Academy is also predominantly by Hispanics at 53.45%, followed by African Americans (27.22%), Whites or Caucasians (9.27%), Asians (4.93%), Two or More Races (4.54%) and Native Americans (0.20%).
Based on household incomes, Manor New Technology Middle School’s economically disadvantaged students is higher at 60.08% compared to 58.19% at Manor Rise Academy.
In terms of Limited English Proficiency (LEP), a term used in the United States that refers to a person who is not fluent in the English Language, mainly because it is not their native language, Manor New Technology Middle School has a significantly higher number of English Language Learners comprising 45.43% of its student population compared to 35.11% at Manor Rise Academy.
Manor New Technology Middle School’s bilingual students comprise 44.76%, gifted and talented students, 25.27%, while 10.75% are in the special education program. Manor Rise Academy bilingual students comprise 33.93%, gifted and talented students, 9.47%, and 12.03% are in the special education program.
| Racial/Ethnic Groups | Percentage | Students |
|---|---|---|
| African American | 17.88% | 133 |
| Hispanic | 65.19% | 485 |
| White | 6.59% | 49 |
| Asian | 6.32% | 47 |
| Native American | 0.27% | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 3.63% | 27 |
| Total Students | 100.00% | 744 |
| Eco Disadvantaged | 60.08% | 447 |
| Limited English Proficiency | 45.43% | 338 |
| Total Students | 100% | 744 |
| Racial/Ethnic Groups | Percentage | Students |
|---|---|---|
| African American | 27.22% | 138 |
| Hispanic | 53.45% | 271 |
| White | 9.27% | 47 |
| Asian | 4.93% | 25 |
| Native American | 0.20% | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 4.54% | 23 |
| Total Students | 100.00% | 507 |
| Eco Disadvantaged | 58.19% | 295 |
| Limited English Proficiency | 35.11% | 178 |
| Total Students | 100% | 507 |
| Program | Percentage | Students |
|---|---|---|
| Bilingual | 44.76% | 333 |
| Gifted & Talented | 25.27% | 188 |
| Special Education | 10.75% | 80 |
| Teacher Student Ratio | 2.26% | 17 |
| Total Students | 100% | 744 |
| Program | Percentage | Students |
|---|---|---|
| Bilingual | 33.93% | 172 |
| Gifted & Talented | 9.47% | 48 |
| Special Education | 12.03% | 61 |
| Teacher Student Ratio | 3.29% | 17 |
| Total Students | 100% | 507 |
Manor New Technology Middle School's 44 teachers have been working at the campus for an average of 2.4 years with individual teaching experience averaging 7.6 years. Teachers at Manor Rise Academy, numbering 30 teachers, have been serving the school for an average of 2.7 years with individual teaching experience averaging 6.5 years.
Of its teaching staff, Manor New Technology Middle School no teacher serving the school for over 30 years, has three teachers serving the school for 20-30 years, ten teachers have worked for 11-20 years, 12 teachers have worked for 6-10 years, while 17 teachers have been serving the school for over 1-5 years, including two beginning teachers. Manor Rise Academy no teacher serving the school for over 30 years, has one teacher only serving the school for 20-30 years, six teachers have worked for 11-20 years, nine teachers have worked for 6-10 years, while nine teachers have been serving the school for over 1-5 years, including six beginning teachers.
In both schools, female teachers outnumber the male teachers. At Manor New Technology Middle School there are 24 female teachers and 19 male teachers. Of its teaching staff, one special education teacher is being assisted by eight teachers aides or paraprofessionals. In addition to its teaching staff, the school has two staff members in the school administration department and three more working as school support staff.
At Manor Rise Academy there are 21 female teachers and eight male teachers. Of its teaching staff, three teachers are aides or paraprofessionals. In addition to its teaching staff, the school has one staff members in the school administration department and one more working as school support staff.
| Metric | Percentage | Teachers |
|---|---|---|
| Over 30 years | - | - |
| 20 - 30 years | 6.76% | 3 |
| 10 - 20 years | 22.52% | 10 |
| 6 - 10 years | 27.25% | 12 |
| 1- 5 years | 38.96% | 17 |
| Beginning Teacher | 4.50% | 2 |
| Teacher Experience Average | 7.6 yrs | |
| Teacher Tenure Average | 2.4 yrs | |
| Total Teachers | 100% | 44 |
| Metric | Percentage | Teachers |
|---|---|---|
| Over 30 years | - | - |
| 20 - 30 years | 2.96% | 1 |
| 10 - 20 years | 19.08% | 6 |
| 6 - 10 years | 29.28% | 9 |
| 1- 5 years | 29.61% | 9 |
| Beginning Teacher | 19.08% | 6 |
| Teacher Experience Average | 6.5 yrs | |
| Teacher Tenure Average | 2.7 yrs | |
| Total Teachers | 100% | 30 |
| Type | Percentage | Teachers |
|---|---|---|
| Female Teachers | 55.63% | 25 |
| Male Teachers | 44.59% | 20 |
| School Admin | 2 | |
| School Support | 4 | |
| Edu Aids | 7 | |
| Special Education | 1 | |
| Total Teachers | 100% | 44 |
| Type | Percentage | Teachers |
|---|---|---|
| Female Teachers | 70.72% | 22 |
| Male Teachers | 29.28% | 9 |
| School Admin | 1 | |
| School Support | 1 | |
| Edu Aids | 3 | |
| Special Education | - | |
| Total Teachers | 100% | 30 |
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