Mark Twain EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 8.7/10
7.0public avg / 10
Best Schools in Alvin, Texas
35 schools in the directory · 20 Elementary · 8 Middle · 4 High · 3 Other
Public: 33
Private: 2
Districts: 1
Comparable public avg (32): 7.0/10
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Mark Twain EL
Elementary · Alvin ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Meridiana EL
Elementary · Alvin ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Shirley Dill Brothers EL
Elementary · Alvin ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
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Meridiana EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 8.5/10
Shirley Dill Brothers EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 8.5/10
Bob and Betty Nelson EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 8.2/10
Fairview J H
Grades 6th–8th · 8.1/10
Hood-Case EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 8.1/10
Manvel J H
Grades 6th–8th · 8.0/10
Bill Hasse EL
Grades Pre-K–5th · 7.9/10
The short answer
The top-rated public schools in Alvin are Mark Twain EL (8.7/10), Meridiana EL (8.5/10), and Shirley Dill Brothers EL (8.5/10), among 32 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored.
Schools
35
33 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.0
32 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
35
33 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.0
32 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Best value · beats the odds
Mark Twain ELRates 8.7/10 despite 78% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.0 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Alvin public schools in the current comparison.
Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Fairview J HSTAAR proficiency rose +12.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Alvin public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Alvin
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (Top 10 of 32 rated schools; 35 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mark Twain EL | 8.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Meridiana EL | 8.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Shirley Dill Brothers EL | 8.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Bob and Betty Nelson EL | 8.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Fairview J H | 8.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Hood-Case EL | 8.1 / 10 |
| 7 | Manvel J H | 8.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Bill Hasse EL | 7.9 / 10 |
| 9 | Bel Nafegar Sanchez EL | 7.7 / 10 |
| 10 | Laura Ingalls Wilder EL | 7.7 / 10 |
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About Schools in Alvin, Texas
Alvin, Texas is home to 35 schools, including 33 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 20 elementary schools, 8 middle schools, and 4 high schools.
The 32 public schools in this comparison average 7.0 out of 10 on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-scoring public school in this comparison is Mark Twain EL with a composite score of 8.7/10.
Alvin is served by 1 school district: ALVIN ISD. These districts collectively serve 29,740 students.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
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Elementary Schools
20 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 672 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.7 |
| 2 | 786 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.5 |
| 3 | 680 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.5 |
| 4 | 664 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.2 |
| 5 | 688 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 |
| 6 | 619 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.9 |
| 7 | 747 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
| 8 | 823 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
| 9 | 769 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
| 10 | 802 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.5 |
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Middle Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 793 students · 6th–8th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 832 students · 6th–8th | 8.0 |
| 3 | 795 students · 6th–8th | 7.7 |
| 4 | 1,021 students · 6th–8th | 7.5 |
| 5 | 748 students · 6th–8th | 7.2 |
| 6 | 927 students · 6th–8th | 7.0 |
| 7 | 797 students · 6th–8th | 6.7 |
| 8 | 775 students · 6th–8th | 6.5 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,540 students · 9th–12th | 7.4 |
| 2 | 2,582 students · 9th–12th | 6.9 |
| 3 | 2,763 students · 8th–12th | 6.0 |
| 4 | 120 students · 9th–12th | 4.2 |
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,312 students · 9th–11th | 7.1 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 210 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 210 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Alvin
Alvin, Texas · 35 schools
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- 4
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Common questions about schools in Alvin, Texas
How many schools are in Alvin, Texas?
Alvin has 35 schools, including 33 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Alvin, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 32 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Alvin is 7.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Alvin, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Alvin on MySchoolScout is Mark Twain EL with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Alvin, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Alvin on MySchoolScout is Mark Twain EL with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Alvin, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Alvin on MySchoolScout is Fairview J H with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best high school in Alvin, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Alvin on MySchoolScout is Manvel H S with a composite score of 7.4/10.
How many school districts serve Alvin, Texas?
Alvin is served by 1 school district: Alvin ISD.
Are there private schools in Alvin, Texas?
Yes, Alvin has 2 private schools alongside 33 public schools. The top-rated private school is Living Stones Christian School with a score of 6.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Alvin, Texas?
Among 32 public schools in Alvin that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 15.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Alvin, Texas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education sources. Schools with enough data receive a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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