Serving 223 students in grades 9-12, Manson High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Manson High School's student population of 223 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manson High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manson High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#636 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
62%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
35%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manson High School's ranking?
Manson High School is ranked #636 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manson High School?
The graduation rate of Manson High School is 90%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Manson High School?
223 students attend Manson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Manson High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manson High School?
Manson High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Manson High School offer ?
Manson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Manson High School part of?
Manson High School is part of Manson School District.
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