Serving 521 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Manzanita Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manzanita Elementary School's student population of 521 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
521 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manzanita Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manzanita Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2849 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
14%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
68%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manzanita Elementary School's ranking?
Manzanita Elementary School is ranked #2849 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Manzanita Elementary School often compared to?
Manzanita Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grant Elementary School, Redding Stem Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Manzanita Elementary School?
521 students attend Manzanita Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Manzanita Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manzanita Elementary School?
Manzanita Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Manzanita Elementary School offer ?
Manzanita Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Manzanita Elementary School part of?
Manzanita Elementary School is part of Redding Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Manzanita Elementary School located?
Manzanita Elementary School is located in the Manzanita neighborhood of Redding, CA.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
June 04, 2025 (Wednesday)
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