Serving 1,126 students in grades 6-8, Manchester Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,126 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manchester Middle School's student population of 1,126 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,126 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manchester Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manchester Middle School is 0.69, 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
#1351 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)41%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)57%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)58%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
28%
18%
Black
44%
22%
White
21%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manchester Middle School's ranking?
Manchester Middle School is ranked #1351 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Manchester Middle School often compared to?
Manchester Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bailey Bridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Manchester Middle School?
1,126 students attend Manchester Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Manchester Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manchester Middle School?
Manchester Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Manchester Middle School offer ?
Manchester Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Manchester Middle School part of?
Manchester Middle School is part of Chesterfield Co PBLC Schs School District.
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