Serving 261 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Manheim Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manheim Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Manheim Elementary School's student population of 261 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manheim Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manheim Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#750 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
96%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manheim Elementary School's ranking?
Manheim Elementary School is ranked #750 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Manheim Elementary School?
261 students attend Manheim Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Manheim Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manheim Elementary School?
Manheim Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Manheim Elementary School offer ?
Manheim Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Manheim Elementary School part of?
Manheim Elementary School is part of South Western School District.
School Reviews
5 3/23/2020
Our family has been very pleased with our child's experience at Manheim Elementary. The low student: teacher ratio is a major plus and I feel are part of the reason for our child's positive test scores. We have always had positive experiences with all the staff (both teaching and administrative). The school has been recently renovated and has been well kept for. We wish there was a greater level of diversity among the students however I recognize that it reflects the lack of diversity in the local community.
2 8/17/2011
Its a small school where everyone knows everyone else. This is nice in one way but not in another. After having foster kids and my own kids attend the school I have found the teachers and administration to be sorely lacking. They have no ability to accommodate special needs or circumstances. There is one way of doing things and thats it. I am very disappointed in my experiences here and worst of all, my kids suffered for it.
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