- DON JETER EL — Grades PK–5 · 800 students
- MERIDIANA EL — Grades PK–5 · 794 students
- SAVANNAH LAKES EL — Grades PK–5 · 785 students
- MARY BURKS MAREK EL — Grades PK–5 · 762 students
- GLENN YORK EL — Grades PK–5 · 758 students
- ALVIN EL — Grades PK–5 · 724 students
- POMONA EL — Grades PK–5 · 721 students
- BEL NAFEGAR SANCHEZ EL — Grades PK–5 · 719 students
- RED DUKE EL — Grades PK–5 · 711 students
- HOOD-CASE EL — Grades PK–5 · 698 students
- E C MASON EL — Grades PK–5 · 692 students
- LAURA INGALLS WILDER EL — Grades PK–5 · 678 students
- SHIRLEY DILL BROTHERS EL — Grades PK–5 · 665 students
- BOB AND BETTY NELSON EL — Grades PK–5 · 655 students
- MARK TWAIN EL — Grades PK–5 · 634 students
- MELBA PASSMORE EL — Grades PK–5 · 592 students
- BILL HASSE EL — Grades PK–5 · 574 students
- NICHOLS-MOCK EL — Grades PK–5 · 497 students
- R L STEVENSON PRI — Grades PK–2 · 461 students
- WALT DISNEY EL — Grades 3–5 · 457 students
- BARBARA BENNETT EL — Grades PK–5 · 333 students
- DR RONALD E MCNAIR J H — Grades 6–8 · 1,034 students
- RODEO PALMS J H — Grades 6–8 · 842 students
- G W HARBY J H — Grades 6–8 · 781 students
- NOLAN RYAN J H — Grades 6–8 · 777 students
- ALVIN J H — Grades 6–8 · 716 students
- MANVEL J H — Grades 6–8 · 705 students
- IOWA COLONY J H — Grades 6–8 · 699 students
- FAIRVIEW J H — Grades 6–8 · 644 students
- JACKIE DOUCET CAFFEY J H — Grades 6–8 · 540 students
- ALVIN H S — Grades 9–12 · 2,766 students
- SHADOW CREEK H S — Grades 9–12 · 2,599 students
- MANVEL H S — Grades 9–12 · 2,238 students
- IOWA COLONY H S — Grades 9–12 · 1,781 students
- RISE — Grades 9–12 · 116 students
- BRAZORIA CO J J A E P — Grades 10–10 · 1 students
- ADAPT — Grades 6–12 · 89 students
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| Metric | Alvin Independent School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 29,188 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 33 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $9,938/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 8/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alvin Independent School District (this district) | 8/10 | 73rd | 29,188 |
| Angleton Independent School District | 7/10 | 67th | — |
| Barbers Hill Independent School District | 10/10 | 96th | 7,339 |
| Liberty Independent School District | 4/10 | 30th | 2,398 |
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Ranked against 1156 rated districts in TX → 73rd percentile → 8/10.
Source: Texas Education Agency STAAR, grades 3–8 Reading & Math (Meets Grade Level), 2023. Full methodology →
About Alvin Independent School District
Families in zip code 77578 (Manvel, Texas) are assigned to Alvin Independent School District for public education through 12th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Understanding the 8/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Alvin Independent School District 8 out of 10 — above average among Texas public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Texas’ STAAR grades 3–8 Reading & Math assessments (2023 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Texas is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Alvin Independent School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Texas. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 77578
Children in zip code 77578 are assigned to Alvin Independent School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 77578, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Alvin Independent School District at (281)388-1130 or visit www.alvinisd.net. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Texas districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Manvel
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Alvin Independent School District serves zip code 77578, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 77578 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Texas, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Alvin Independent School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 77578.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Alvin Independent School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 77578 data.