Barbara M Manns Middle Daep serves 139 students in grades 6-9.
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barbara M Manns Middle Daep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Barbara M Manns Middle Daep's student population of 139 students has grown by 6850% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
139 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Barbara M Manns Middle Daep is 0.50, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
60%
53%
Black
38%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Barbara M Manns Middle Daep often compared to?
Barbara M Manns Middle Daepis often viewed alongside schools like Life School Lancaster, Houston Middle School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Barbara M Manns Middle Daep?
139 students attend Barbara M Manns Middle Daep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Barbara M Manns Middle Daep students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barbara M Manns Middle Daep?
Barbara M Manns Middle Daep has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barbara M Manns Middle Daep offer ?
Barbara M Manns Middle Daep offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Barbara M Manns Middle Daep part of?
Barbara M Manns Middle Daep is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Barbara M Manns Middle Daep located?
Barbara M Manns Middle Daep is located in the Cedar Crest neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Cedar Crest.
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