Serving 866 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New Manchester Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 866 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Manchester Elementary School's student population of 866 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
866 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Manchester Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Manchester Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1080 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
81%
36%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Manchester Elementary School's ranking?
New Manchester Elementary School is ranked #1080 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are New Manchester Elementary School often compared to?
New Manchester Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Carmel Elementary School, Factory Shoals Elementary School, Hal Hutchens Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend New Manchester Elementary School?
866 students attend New Manchester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of New Manchester Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Manchester Elementary School?
New Manchester Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Manchester Elementary School offer ?
New Manchester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is New Manchester Elementary School part of?
New Manchester Elementary School is part of Douglas County School District.
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