Serving 613 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Manila Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manila Elementary School's student population of 613 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
613 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manila Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manila Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#551 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
95%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manila Elementary School's ranking?
Manila Elementary School is ranked #551 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Manila Elementary School often compared to?
Manila Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rivercrest Elementary School, Armorel Elementary School, Carroll Smith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Manila Elementary School?
613 students attend Manila Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Manila Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manila Elementary School?
Manila Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Manila Elementary School offer ?
Manila Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Manila Elementary School part of?
Manila Elementary School is part of Manila School District.
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