Mandarin Immersion Magnet School, formerly Mandarin Chinese Language Immersion Magnet School, is a magnet school in Houston, Texas, United States. It was established in 2012 and is part of the Houston Independent School District.
Serving 822 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mandarin Immersion Magnet School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 822 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mandarin Immersion Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mandarin Immersion Magnet School's student population of 822 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
822 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mandarin Immersion Magnet School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mandarin Immersion Magnet School is 0.70, which is more 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
#72 out of 8096 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
49%
6%
Hispanic
18%
54%
Black
11%
13%
White
11%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Houston Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mandarin Immersion Magnet School's ranking?
Mandarin Immersion Magnet School is ranked #72 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mandarin Immersion Magnet School often compared to?
Mandarin Immersion Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like T H Rogers School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mandarin Immersion Magnet School?
822 students attend Mandarin Immersion Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Mandarin Immersion Magnet School students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mandarin Immersion Magnet School?
Mandarin Immersion Magnet School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mandarin Immersion Magnet School offer ?
Mandarin Immersion Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Mandarin Immersion Magnet School part of?
Mandarin Immersion Magnet School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Mandarin Immersion Magnet School located?
Mandarin Immersion Magnet School is located in the St George Place neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in St George Place.
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