Serving 447 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Manchester Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manchester Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Manchester Elementary School's student population of 447 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
447 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Manchester Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manchester Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#305 out of 1763 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
12%
15%

Black
n/a
13%

White
86%
63%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
43%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manchester Elementary School's ranking?
Manchester Elementary School is ranked #305 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Manchester Elementary School often compared to?
Manchester Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pierceton Elementary School, Manchester Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Manchester Elementary School?
447 students attend Manchester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Manchester Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manchester Elementary School?
Manchester Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Manchester Elementary School offer ?
Manchester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Manchester Elementary School part of?
Manchester Elementary School is part of Manchester Community Schools School District.
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