Serving 670 students in grades 2-6, Manchester Gate ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-6
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manchester Gate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Manchester Gate's student population of 670 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-6
Total Students
670 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Manchester Gate ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manchester Gate is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#151 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1

American Indian
1%
1%

Asian
14%
12%

Hispanic
58%
56%

Black
6%
5%

White
16%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a

Two or more races
5%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manchester Gate's ranking?
Manchester Gate is ranked #151 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Manchester Gate often compared to?
Manchester Gateis often viewed alongside schools like Akira Yokomi Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Manchester Gate?
670 students attend Manchester Gate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Manchester Gate students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manchester Gate?
Manchester Gate has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Manchester Gate offer ?
Manchester Gate offers enrollment in grades 2-6
What school district is Manchester Gate part of?
Manchester Gate is part of Fresno Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Manchester Gate located?
Manchester Gate is located in the McLane neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 18 other public schools located in McLane.
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